Navigating the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Undergraduate Catalog: A Comprehensive Guide

The Undergraduate Catalog at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) serves as the definitive resource for undergraduate students. It contains critical information regarding academic programs, courses, policies, and procedures. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the catalog and related resources to help students effectively plan their academic journey.

The Undergraduate Catalog: Your Academic Compass

The Undergraduate Catalog is the official source of the university’s undergraduate academic programs, courses, policies, and procedures. Think of it as your academic compass, guiding you through your undergraduate studies at UTK. The catalog should be used as a guide in planning a course of study and in meeting requirements for graduation.

Course Offerings and Requirements

The course offerings and requirements of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, are continually under examination and revision. This means the university is continuously working to improve the quality of education. It is important to stay updated with the latest changes.

Timetable of Classes

Each semester a Timetable of Classes is available on the web. The Timetable lists those courses that will be offered during the semester, as well as times and locations. The Timetable of Classes complements the Undergraduate Catalog by providing up-to-date information on course availability each semester.

Ensuring a Safe and Inclusive Environment

The University of Tennessee is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and non-discriminatory learning, living, and working environment free from sexual misconduct, relationship violence, stalking, and retaliation. UTK takes these issues very seriously and has resources in place to support students.

The Office of Title IX

The Office of Title IX provides a comprehensive community approach to the institution’s Title IX responsibility. Under the direction of the Title IX Coordinator, Title IX team members, housed in critical areas across campus, work collaboratively to educate the campus community, prevent incidents, support those in need, and address Title IX-related complaints. The Office of Title IX, located at 1817 Melrose Avenue, was established to help educate the campus community, prevent incidents, support those in need, and address concerns related to Title IX.

Reporting Discrimination and Harassment

Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution (OIR), 2450 E J. Chapman Drive - 216 Business Incubator Building, telephone (865) 974-0717 (dial 711 for telecommunications relay services). You also may direct them to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498.

Navigating the Online Catalog

If you are new to our online catalog and would like to learn more, take a guided tour through the Catalog User Guide-1. The Catalog User Guide is a helpful resource for those unfamiliar with the online catalog system.

Contacting the Catalog Editor

Should you have further questions, please contact the Catalog Editor, 209 Student Services Building, 865-974-1466. The Catalog Editor can provide clarification on catalog content and navigation.

Course Examples and Transfer Information

Let's look at some specific course examples and important transfer information to illustrate how the catalog can be used.

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Precalculus Algebra

OR MATH 1710 - ^Precalculus Algebra Credits: (3). This course is a foundational mathematics course.

Principles of Economics

Natural Sciences Credits: (8)ECON 2100 - ^Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: (3)ECON 2200 - ^Principles of Microeconomics Credits: (3). These courses provide an introduction to economic principles.

Total Degree Requirements

Total Degree Requirements - Credits (60). This indicates the total number of credits needed for a particular degree, which can be found in the catalog.

Transferring to UTK: Important Considerations

Several footnotes in the catalog highlight important considerations for students planning to transfer to UTK.

Ethics Course: Students who plan to transfer to UTK should take an Introduction to Ethics course as one of their Humanities/Fine Arts courses or as an alternative guided elective.
Mathematics Courses: MTSU and UTK students should take MATH 1630. Students transferring to UTC or UTM should take a college algebra course. University of Memphis requires MATH 1710 or MATH 1830. APSU requires MATH 1710 only. TSU requires MATH 1830 only. ETSU and TTU requires MATH 1530. Johnson University requires MATH 1130 or MATH 1530.
Calculus-Based Probability and Statistics: Students who plan to transfer to UTK should complete MATH 2050: Calculus-Based Probability and Statistics.
Accounting Competency: Students who plan to pursue the Accounting major or Accounting collateral’s at UTK will be required to take ACCT 203 or demonstrate competency by passing an ACCT 203 proficiency exam before moving forward with upper level Accounting coursework.
Math Prerequisites: MATH 1830 is a prerequisite to MATH 2050 for UTK requirement.
Economics Major Transfer Pathway: MTSU and University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Students: This pathway is designed for transfer as an Economics Major, B.S., B.B.A., or B.S.B.A. degrees, in Colleges or Schools of Business at any public university in Tennessee. Students who intend to transfer into the Economics Major, B.S. Degree, in the College of Liberal Arts at Middle Tennessee State University OR the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga should NOT take the Principles of Accounting I and II sequence. Consult the Economics department at MTSU or UTC for guidance on appropriate alternate courses. An approved course substitution is required for these alternate courses to be used for graduation at VSCC.
Foreign Language Competency: Students who plan to transfer to UTK will be required to demonstrate intermediate level competency in Foreign Language before graduating from UTK. Students may demonstrate intermediate level competence after transferring to UTK.
ENGL 295: Students who plan to transfer to UTK will be required to complete ENGL 295 at UTK if they have not completed an equivalent course at their community college.
Advising Resources: Advisors are invited to contact the UTK Transfer Center to learn more about course equivalencies.

Recommended Schedule

This is a recommended schedule. Learning Support, pre-requisites and other academic factors may impact this schedule. See your advisor to create a degree plan. It's essential to consult with an academic advisor to create a personalized degree plan that aligns with your academic background and goals.

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