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Getting Technical Standards @ Pitt: Home

This guide provides information on finding and accessing technical standards.

Welcome

This guide will direct you to resources related to technical standards, including how to find and request standards through the University Library System.

What is a Standard?

A standard is a document that provides requirements, specifications, guidelines or characteristics that can be used consistently to ensure that materials, products, processes and services are fit for their purpose.

From the International Standard Organization (ISO)

http://www.iso.org/iso/home/standards.htm