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Vendors' copyright terms of use

This gives you information on copyright terms of use for databases and eresources

Vendors' copyright terms of use

Quoteable Value Limited “QV”

  1. Can I link from Moodle to the Database? 
    Yes you can put a URL link to the Database on Moodle to allow students to access the content.
  2. Can I make multiple print copies of content within this database such as journal articles or images? 
    No except within the exceptions of the Copyright Act 1994. For example, s. 44 and s.49. 
  3. Can I put a digital copy of content within this database on Moodle or other course related system requiring student login?Y
    No except within the exceptions of the Copyright Act 1994. For example, s. 44 and s.49.
  4. Inter-library loan permitted?
    Yes within s. 53 of the Copyright Act 1994
  5. Can I use genAI with this database?
    As a general rule, in order to comply with our license agreements Unitec students and staff must not use library databases or the materials within them in conjunction with a generative artificial intelligence solution. The only exception to this is using genAI functionality that is built into the database as part of the product. 
  6. Please note: See more detail about restrictions on use in the terms of use linked below. See also our Copyright guidance for staff.

Source:

QV Costbuilder Terms and Conditions retrieved from https://costbuilder.qv.co.nz/terms-and-conditions/ on 5 November 2025