In the Tufts Catalog, all resources are classified using the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH). Broad subject headings include:
In addition, subject headings exist for mathematics as a subheading of another subject, e.g. Architecture - Mathematics or Algebra of Currents.
In most Tufts libraries, print resources are shelved according to the alphanumeric Library of Congress Classification (LCC) System. Relevant LCC Call Number ranges for mathematics include:
In addition, sources on mathematics as applied to a specific discipline are shelved in that discipline:
Handbook Search Tip: Search in the Tufts Catalog in the Title or Subject fields for combinations of mathematics terms alongside reference type, such as Handbook, Encyclopedia, Dictionary, or Manual. Strongly-focused mathematics print references are located in the QA section of the stacks; specialty publications may be located in other sections, such as economics, health and medicine, engineering, and other areas of applied mathematics.
See the section on Mathematical Notation for additional sources.