Guides: Electrical Engineering Technology: Library resources

Search all of SAIT Library

Didn't find what you were looking for in the databases listed above? Step back and use the Library Search to explore resources.

STEM databases

IEEE Xplore
- This link opens in a new window
- This link opens in a new window
IEEE’s core collection of engineering, electronics, and computer science periodicals – over 150 titles and the IET Electronic Library, a comprehensive collection of literature relating to electrical engineering, communications, and computer science.
ScienceDirect Physical Sciences Collection
- This link opens in a new window
- This link opens in a new window
ScienceDirect Physical Sciences Collection includes full-text articles from over 500 journals in the physical sciences and engineering journals.
Tip: On the search screen, select "Subscribed publications" to see articles in SAIT's collection.
Access Engineering
- This link opens in a new window
- This link opens in a new window
A dynamic online resource that provides over 300 titles covering all aspects of engineering.
Science and Technology Library
Contains over 450 peer-reviewed academic journals covering most major science disciplines, with coverage dating back to 1997, including: agriculture, environmental science, chemistry, engineering, computing and technology, mathematics, statistics and physics.
ASME Digital Collection
- This link opens in a new window
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers' collection of current and archival literature.

Industry and Market Research

Need information about a specific company or industry? For companies, start with the company website - it will typically have the most comprehensive and up to date information. For additional research on companies and general industry information, check out these library resources:

ABI/INFORM Collection
- This link opens in a new window
- This link opens in a new window
Provides comprehensive coverage of business topics, including: local and regional business news, professional business journals, scholarly research, trade and industry publications and more. **NOTE - If not opening, try another browser **
Business Source Complete
Covers all disciplines of business, including: marketing, management, accounting, finance, and economics. Additional content includes: market research reports, industry reports, country reports, company profiles and SWOT analyses.
Consumer Reports
Note** We are temporarily experiencing technical issues and are working with the vendor on a resolution. We apologize for the inconvenience.*** Provides ratings, reviews, and product comparisons for over 5,000 products including cars, appliances, electronics and more.
IBISWorld
- This link opens in a new window
- This link opens in a new window
Contains over 400 Canadian and 1,300 US Industry reports. IBISWorld research reports contain trends, statistics & analysis on market size, market share of major companies and industry growth rates. Major market segments are identified and also those key external forces affecting supply and demand within the industry. Performance analysis includes emerging industry trends as well as recent production performance.

Book a library room!

Need a space to meet with your group? Practice a presentation?

Primary Research Help

Developing Survey Questions
Refer to this chapter for tips on creating concise, intentional, and effective survey questions.

SAGE Research Methods
Provides the tools needed to guide researchers through each step of the research process. Includes content from books, cases, instructional videos, reference works, and journals.

Standards & Codes

It is best to use Internet Explorer for CSA Online. Please allow time for links to open, this application can experience lag.

CSA Ondemand
Contains the entire collection of CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standards and related documents. Some of the documents are quite large and may take couple of minutes to open.

PDF versions are only available on-campus

Need a different set of standards? Take a look at the Standards & Codes guide to see if the Library has what you need.

Need Help?

Book an appointment for assistance with locating and citing resources for your EET assignments.