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Section | Field |
Object Identification Information | |
Accession Number | |
Number of Objects | |
Number | |
Number Type | |
Collection | |
Record Status | |
Published To | |
Inventory Status | |
Production Description | |
Material | |
Handling / Handling Note | |
Container / Container Note | |
Computed Current Location | |
Object Identification Information | |
Object Type | |
Finish / Finish Note | |
Color | |
Generic Color | |
Physical Description | |
Dimensions (Sample Size) | |
Hierarchy | NOT IN USE |
Introduction
All Object records are created in each institution's CollectionSpace (CSpace) installation.
- Harvard Graduate School of Design https://cspace.gsd.harvard.edu/cspace/gsd/login
- Parsons School of Design https://parsons.lyrasistechnology.org/cspace/parsons/login
Anchor _GoBack _GoBack Rhode Island School of Design https://cspace.risd.edu/cspace/risd/login
When creating a new Object authority record, there are fields which use authority files. Authorities should not be created in an institution's instance. All authorities should be created in the Shared Material Server.
We need clarification on this. Contact Megan and Ray.
Can we delete Object records? What are the ramifications?
Accession Number
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Unique identifying number per sample.
Use:
Manually enter – do not use the auto-generated feature.
Data Type:
Controlled List
Data Entry Instructions:
Create an accession number using the institutional format:
Institution | Type | Format | Example |
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Note01 | Note02 | |
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Harvard | New | GSD.YY#### |
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GSD. |
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190117 | In the naming format |
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defined
| Determine next accession number by referring to |
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the GSD_NewMaterials_Log.xlsx | ||||
Harvard | Recon (single) | YY#### changed to GSD.YY#### | 110032 changed to GSD.110032 | |
Harvard | Recon (multiple) | YY#### changed to GSD.YY####.## | 050067 changed to GSD.050067.01, GSD.050067.02 |
Number of Objects
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Number of samples described per this cataloging record
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Free text
Data Entry Instructions:
- Enter the number of samples.
- If multiple samples are attached to a single folder or board, consider this 1 object.
Example:
15
Other Number
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Numbers associated with the owned samples. Material Order primarily users this field block to note call number. It has the potential to note barcode and QR code.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Free Text; Controlled List
Data Entry Instructions:
Field Name | Data Entry Directions | Data Type |
Number | Assess the material to determine the best storage location and create a corresponding Call Number. | Free Text |
Type | Select "call number" | Controlled List |
The GSD does have samples with two storage locations – typical storage and oversize. Both call numbers can be added, but if more appropriate, separate Object records could also be created. Discussion on best situation is a discussion between cataloger and Institutional Admin.
Examples:
DW A1-101; XL B2-03; C2-19
Log Entry:
- Call Number: Enter the call number.
- Sheet: Call Numbers: Update to include number assigned to this material.
See also:
GSD_NewMaterials_Log.xlsx (sheet: Call Numbers)
Collection
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Designates the local collection the sample belongs to, Circulating or Non-circulating.At the GSD, Aerogel products are non-circulating.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Controlled List
Data Entry Instructions:
- Select "circulating"
- Catalogers should assess concerns about an item circulating, e.g., fragile, heavy, sharp, etc. Catalogers are advised to have discussions with Institutional Admins.
Record Status
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Designates the status of the sample.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Controlled List
Data Entry Instructions:
- If not able to link Material Record through shared authority: "In process"
- If fully cataloged:
- "New" - student cataloger
- "Approved" - institutional admin per review
Publish To
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Use of field indicates publishing target. Only used when record is ready to be published.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Controlled List
Data Entry Instructions:
The term "Material Order" should be selected from the controlled list when the record is complete and ready to be published in the online discovery system.
04/24/2019 Upon initial roll-out of CollectionSpace v5.1, the Publish To field is auto-populated with "Material Order." We have asked for this to change as we want publishing to be an intentional act.
Until this is addressed, all new material records require the cataloger to de-select "Material Order" when saving the record that is still in progress.
Example:
Material Order (when complete); Null (when in progress)
*Inventory Status*
MO has never used this. Discuss need and implications.
Section: Object Identification Information
*Production Description*
Data previously entered in this field has been addressed in the creation of new fields. While it has served as "parking lot" during an interim period, the data entered is now to be moved to the specific field the data addresses.
MO members to discuss need and implications.
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Use:
Optional
Data Type:
Multi-line Free Text; Repeatable
Data Entry Instructions:
Example:
Material
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Links the Shared Material Authority Record to the institutional sample.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Shared Material Authority (Not Repeatable)
Data Entry Instructions:
- Enter commercial name of the product. NOTE: 3 characters are required before the list appears.
- The product's commercial name populates the field.
- The product record must first be created in the shared materials authorityShared Materials Authority.
NOTE:
Material Records created in the Shared Material Authority are not available the same day. If this link cannot be completed, records should be marked as "in process" in the Record Status field.
Handling
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
XXX
Use:
Optional
Data Type:
Controlled List; Free Text (Repeatable)
Data Entry Instructions:
Field Name | Data Entry Directions | Data Type |
Handling | XXX | Controlled List |
Note | XXX | Free Text |
Example:
Container
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
XXX
Use:
Optional
Data Type:
Controlled List; Free Text (Repeatable)
Data Entry Instructions:
Field Name | Data Entry Directions | Data Type |
Container | XXX | Controlled List |
Note | XXX | Free Text |
Example:
Condition
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
XXX
Use:
Optional
Data Type:
Controlled List; Free Text (Repeatable)
Data Entry Instructions:
Field Name | Data Entry Directions | Data Type |
Condition | XXX | Controlled List |
Note | XXX | Free Text |
Example:
Computed Current Location
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Johanna to follow-up with Megan about recommended use of this field and procedure. *
Section:
Object Identification Information
Description:
Describes the physical location of the samples and provides a log of a sample's location and use over time.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Procedure
Data Entry Instructions:
Each location the material moves to will exist as a separate record within the Computed Current Location tab. The goal is to have multiple records documenting the movement and use of the item over time.
- From a Cataloging record, click on the secondary tab for Location/Movement/Inventory· Inventory
- Select Add Record.
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- Select Create
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- Enter
- Using only the locations noted below, enter the material's Current Location.
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- ; the location populates the field. NOTE: 3 characters are required before the list appears.
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- Drawer
- Moving Shelf / Box
- Moving Shelf / Oversize (Bin)
- Moving Shelf / Oversize (Open)
- Wall Shelf / Box
- Wall Shelf / Display
- Table / Display
- Counter / Display
- Enter the material's Normal location (same as current location)Only use locations from the controlled list below.
- Enter the Location date (today's date).
- Hard Save the record. - Note that it record; NOTE: location record is now read only and can no longer be edited.
- Enter the material's Normal location (same as current location)
- Return to the Current Record tab and save the record. The current location will be listed under "Computed Current Location".
Institution | Locations |
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Harvard |
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Parsons | |
RISD |
Object Type
Section:
Object Description Information
Description:
Designates the object type of the owned objects.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Controlled List; Repeatable
Data Entry Instructions:
Select the appropriate object type.
If new term for Object Type is proposed for addition, Catalogers add to log. Institutional Admins bring proposed additions to peers for review. If accepted, the new object type terms will be added to the CollectionSpace Materials Profile. If accepted, Institutional Admins oversee the application of term(s) to records, per their logs.
Log Entry:
New Object Type: Enter any new terms proposed for addition to the controlled list.
Finish
Section:
Object Description Information
Description:
Designates the finish of the owned objects.
Use:
If applicable
Data Type:
Controlled List; Repeatable
Data Entry Instructions:
Field Name | Data Entry Directions | Data Type |
Finish | Select the appropriate finish from the controlled list. | Controlled List |
Note | XXX | Free Text |
If new term for Finish is proposed for addition, Catalogers add to log. Institutional Admins bring proposed additions to peers for review. If accepted, the new Finish terms will be added to the CollectionSpace Materials Profile. If accepted, Institutional Admins oversee the application of term(s) to records, per their logs.
Log Entry:
New Finish: Enter any new terms proposed for addition to the controlled list.
Color
Section:
Object Description Information
Description:
Designates the finish manufacturer's proprietary color name of the owned objects.
Use:
If applicable
Data Type: Controlled List
Free Text; Repeatable
Data Entry Instructions:
If new term for Finish is proposed for addition, Catalogers add to log. Institutional Admins bring proposed additions to peers for review. If accepted, the new Finish terms will be added to the CollectionSpace Materials Profile. If accepted, Institutional Admins oversee the application of term(s) to records, per their logs.
Log Entry: New Finish: Enter any new terms proposed for addition to the controlled listEnter the color name assigned by the manufacturer.
Generic Color
Section:
Object Description Information
Description:
Designates the finish generic color of the owned objects. NOTE: This is not the proprietary color name.
Use:
If applicable
Data Type:
Controlled List; RepeatableData
Data Entry Instructions:
If new term for Finish is proposed for addition, Catalogers add to log. Institutional Admins bring proposed additions to peers for review. If accepted, the new Finish terms will be added to the CollectionSpace Materials Profile. If accepted, Institutional Admins oversee the application of term(s) to records, per their logs.
Log Entry: New Finish: Enter any new terms proposed for addition to the controlled listSelect the generic color that best describes the owned objects.
Physical Description
Section:
Object Description Information
Description:
Indicates a brief description of the objects and the supporting material owned by an institution; including how the objects are packaged.
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type:
Free Text; Repeatable
Data Entry Instructions:
Enter a description of the physical items owned, including supporting material and packaging.
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- Sample is only a portion of a full-sized panel. It contains 3 rows x 3 rows of openings.
- Multiple swatches adhered to panels; three manufacturer provided brochures.
- Multiple pellets contained in plastic bag.
Dimensions
Section:
Object Description Information
Description:
Indicate the size of the owned objects(s).
Use:
Mandatory
Data Type / Data Entry Instructions / Example:
Use either imperial units or metric units, but maintain consistency within a dimension block. Only use the specified fields below:
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NOTE: *CSpace does not support fractions.
Hierarchy
At this time, Material Order is not using the Hierarchy section in the Shared Material authority. If any members have interest or examples of use, let's discuss as a group so we can establish standards of use.