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(EEB) Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (278) |
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EEB 433 - Plant Ecology 3 Credit Hours
Fundamental concepts and techniques in plant ecology, including topics such as plant interactions with climate, microbiomes/herbivores, plant community dynamics, and plant-mediated ecosystem processes. By the end of the course students will have a working knowledge of the major concepts, current research being done and a toolbox of lab and field techniques in plant ecology. Specific skills to be developed include how to read, synthesize, and write ecological literature, experimental design, analyses of plants and plant processes, statistics/data analysis, and science communication. Course requires one weekend field trip.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 260.
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EEB 450 - Comparative Animal Behavior 3 Credit Hours
Explore the diversity of extraordinary and sometimes puzzling animal behaviors in the natural world, seeking to understand and test questions about how and why animals (including humans) behave the way they do. Students will develop scientific and professional skills in hypothesis development, critical thinking, visual representation of data, oral communication, and teamwork.
(Same as Psychology 450.)
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EEB 451 - Research Ethics 3 Credit Hours
Ethics of scientific research with emphasis on biological sciences from genetic to ecological research. Ethics of intellectual property, allocation of resources for research, genetic engineering, research on marginalized and vulnerable populations, research on non-human animals, conservation biology, ecological fieldwork, and more.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): English 102, 132, 290, or 298.
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EEB 454 - Animal Communication 3 Credit Hours
(See Psychology 454.)
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EEB 459 - Comparative Animal Behavior Laboratory 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to observational and experimental research in ethology.
(Same as Psychology 459.)
(RE) Corequisite(s): 450.
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EEB 461 - Special Topics in Organismal Biology 3 Credit Hours
Current topics in organismal biology.
Repeatability: May be repeated if topic differs. Maximum 12 hours.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 280.
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EEB 464 - Macroevolution 3 Credit Hours
How, and, more importantly, why life on earth has changed through evolutionary processes. What leads to extinction or speciation, at what level does selection operate, are humans still evolving, and how we develop and test hypotheses in these areas will all be discussed.
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EEB 465 - Special Topics in Ecology 3 Credit Hours
Current topics in Ecology.
Repeatability: May be repeated if topic differs. Maximum 12 hours.
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EEB 466 - Special Topics in Evolution 3 Credit Hours
Current topics in evolution.
Repeatability: May be repeated if topic differs. Maximum 12 hours.
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EEB 469 - Special Topics in Conservation Biology 3 Credit Hours
Current topics on the conservation of biological diversity at population, community, and ecosystem levels.
Repeatability: May be repeated if topic differs. Maximum 12 hours.
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EEB 470 - Aquatic Ecology 3 Credit Hours
Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of streams, lakes, and seas. Discover how anthropogenic activities are threatening these systems and the biodiversity therein. Coding and big data analyses will be an important part of this class. How to harness publicly available datasets to answer important questions in aquatic ecology and conservation.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 1 lab.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 411.
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EEB 473 - Herpetology 3 Credit Hours
Classification, evolution, ecology, biogeography, and anatomy of amphibians and reptiles.
Contact Hour Distribution: 3 hours lecture and 1 lab.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 250 or Biology 260.
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EEB 474 - Ichthyology 4 Credit Hours
Evolution, classification, collection and identification, distribution and biology of fishes with emphasis on freshwater fauna of eastern North America.
Contact Hour Distribution: 2 hours and 2 labs.
Recommended Background: Biology 260.
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EEB 475 - Conversational Biomathematical Modeling 3 Credit Hours
Concepts in mathematical modeling in the biological sciences. Focus on understanding different types of models and how to read the primary literature that utilizes these methods.
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EEB 480 - Natural History of the Smoky Mountains 3 Credit Hours
Field ecology course that includes a one-week field trip. Students will learn about the natural history and ecological and evolutionary factors that are responsible for the diversity of plants and animals in the Great Smoky Mountains. Emphasis on field study of selected biotic communities. Course will meet daily on campus for lectures/labs for 5 days (week 1) before venturing into the field. Students will stay full-time at the Biology Field Station in week 2. Course will conclude with 2 days (week 3) of oral presentations and discussion.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 150 and Biology 260 or equivalent.
Comment(s): This course is offered in the summer term only.
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EEB 481 - Avian Diversity 3 Credit Hours
Provides strong foundation in global and regional diversity of birds, their biogeography, evolution, and ecology. Learn to identify birds by plumage, voice, and behavior. Familiarize yourself with major groups of North American birds, their habitats and distributions, and learn about the value of avian natural history collections and the challenges and rewards of preparing bird specimens.
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EEB 484 - Conservation Biology 3 Credit Hours
Learn to quantify biodiversity and patterns of biodiversity loss and change. Examine the role of different drivers of biodiversity loss in the US and elsewhere. Explore the efficacy of different strategies aiming to conserve species and ecosystems and to safeguard the benefits that people derive from them. Discuss relevant professions and how they apply principles of conservation biology with outside speakers.
Recommended Background: Biology 260.
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EEB 485 - Ethnobiology: Theory and Methods 3 Credit Hours
Dynamic relationships between humans and their environment. Focus on understanding of the drivers of human decision making and choice in plant and animal use which is critical for designing globally sustainable management plans.
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EEB 490 - Undergraduate Seminar 1 Credit Hours
Weekly departmental research seminar presenting current research in the areas of ecology, behavior, and evolutionary biology by UT faculty and researchers from around the world. Seminar meets to discuss a paper by the Department’s weekly seminar speaker. As a result, enrollment in this course requires attendance to the Department’s weekly seminar.
Repeatability: May be repeated four times. Up to two credit hours of 490 can count toward the major. Additional hours may be petitioned for honors students.
Registration Restriction(s): Biological Sciences majors; minimum student level – Junior; consent of instructor.
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EEB 492 - Off-Campus Internship in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology 1-9 Credit Hours
Participation in individualized practical applications of ecology, behavior, evolution and conservation biology in community, government, and industry. Requires approval of EEB UG Committee Chair.
Repeatability: May be repeated with consent of EEB UG Committee Chair. Maximum 9 hours
Registration Restriction(s): Approval of the Chair of the EEB Undergraduate Committee.
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EEB 493 - Independent Study 1-9 Credit Hours
Independent study under the direction of a faculty member.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 9 hours.
Credit Restriction: Maximum of 3 hours may be applied toward the major. Additional hours may be petitioned for honors students.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EEB 495 - Evolutionary Ecology 3 Credit Hours
Basic concepts in evolutionary and ecological genetics. Biogeography, climate, population genetics, evolution and natural selection, population growth and regulation, competition, niche, experimental ecology, predation, phylogenetics in ecology, and biodiversity and conservation.
Credit Restriction: Students may not receive credit for both 495 and 595.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): Biology 260 and 280.
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EEB 496 - Special Topics Seminars 1 Credit Hours
Special topics in ecology and evolutionary biology.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 12 hours. Maximum of two credit hours can count toward the major.
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(EF) Engineering Fundamentals (323) |
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EF 101 - Engineering in the Modern World 4 Credit Hours
This course is an introduction to engineering and its role and accomplishments in the modern world. The engineering disciplines and their developments and achievements are discussed and engineering programs and their curricula are introduced to the students. This course is available only to students enrolled in EF 151 or 157. The students enrolled in this course are selected by the Engineering Fundamentals and Engineering Honors programs.
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Students admitted to the Tickle College of Engineering
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 105 - Computer Methods in Engineering Problem Solving 1 Credit Hours
Introduction to computer applications used in engineering problem solving and communications. Introduction to programming concepts, including conditional statements and looping, and the development and implementation of logic flow diagrams.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 151 or 157.
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EF 130 - Survey of Engineering Entrepreneurship 1 Credit Hours
Examination of entrepreneurship from an applied context as presented by successful regional engineering entrepreneurs. Living case studies are presented by engineers of all disciplines that have established viable organizations that serve marketplace needs.
(Same as Industrial Engineering 130.)
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Tickle College of Engineering or biosystems engineering majors.
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EF 151 - Physics for Engineers I 4 Credit Hours
Calculus-based study of basic physics concepts, including vectors, kinematics, Newton’s laws, forces, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Introduction to team work. Introduction to the engineering disciplines. Examination of engineering principles and design issues. Oral and written presentation skills.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (NS)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 105 or Computer Science 102; and Mathematics 141 or higher.
Registration Restriction(s): Tickle College of Engineering or biosystems engineering majors.
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EF 152 - Physics for Engineers II 4 Credit Hours
Calculus-based study of basic physics concepts, including rotational dynamics, statics, oscillations, waves, fluids, heat and temperature, and first and second law of thermodynamics. Introduction to team work. Introduction to the engineering disciplines, examination of engineering principles and design issues. Oral and written presentation skills.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (NS)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 151.
(RE) Corequisite(s): Mathematics 142.
Registration Restriction(s): Tickle College of Engineering or biosystems engineering majors.
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EF 157 - Honors: Physics for Engineers I 4 Credit Hours
Honors version of 151 for well-prepared students.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (NS)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 105 or Computer Science 102; and Mathematics 141 or higher.
Recommended Background: At least one year of high school physics.
Registration Restriction(s): Major in the Tickle College of Engineering or biosystems engineering; enrolled in Engineering Honors Program.
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EF 158 - Honors: Physics for Engineers II 4 Credit Hours
Honors version of 152.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (NS)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 157.
(RE) Corequisite(s): Mathematics 142 or higher.
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EF 203 - Engineering Based Problem Solving 3 Credit Hours
The objective is to develop engineering focused critical problem solving skills for undergraduate engineering and business majors. Students are introduced to engineering problems from a systems perspective, allowing students to analyze a range of systems from simple entities to larger more complex systems such as organizations. There are three phases of the critical problem solving skills as exemplified by the DRIVES model. The first phase focuses on defining the right problem. The second phase details a solution based on the concepts of flow, variation, and disruption. The third phase introduces the sustainability of the solution based on the concepts of reliability and the role of culture in design. Alternative solutions will be reviewed from a business perspective.
Registration Restriction(s): Sophomore standing.
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EF 230 - Computer Solution of Engineering Problems 2 Credit Hours
Primary focus is on development of computer programs in a modern programming language to solve engineering problems.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 105 or Computer Science 102.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 152 or 158, or Physics 136, or Physics 138.
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EF 301 - Engineering Career Planning and Placement 1 Credit Hours
Fundamentals of seeking professional employment, including resume construction, interview preparation, contacting prospects, networking, business etiquette, and the entire job-seeking process. Intended for last-term juniors.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
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EF 302 - Engineering Leadership Seminar 1 Credit Hours
Introduction to concepts and skills related to leadership for undergraduates serving on the Engage LLC Leadership Team. Course will focus on 1) Enhancement of personal leadership skills, 2) development of technical communication skills, 3) development of organizational strategies, 4) identification and development of strategies for academic and professional success, 5) development of mentoring skills, and 6) development of skills needed to lead a diverse, inclusive environment.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 3 hours.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
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EF 303 - Creating Synergies in Business and Engineering Collaborations 3 Credit Hours
The objective is to develop the skills and understanding to create effective cross disciplinary engineering and business teams. Students will work to understand the key requirements of projects from both the business and engineering perspective. Additionally, students will be able to apply basic engineering principles in a business context. Scenarios in new product development and operations will be considered. Topics may include identifying needs/key requirements, project management, and sensitivity analysis of solutions from the profit and loss perspective.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 203 or consent of instructor.
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EF 306 - Special Topics 1-3 Credit Hours
Study of recent developments and current practice in engineering and/or engineering education.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum of 6 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 307 - Honors: Special Topics 1-3 Credit Hours
Honors version of 306.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum of 6 hours
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 310 - Leadership Development 1 Credit Hours
The course is designed for students in the Tickle College of Engineering Ambassador Program. By the completion of this course, students will develop leadership skills including training in communication skills, development of organizational and time-management strategies, leadership, and mentoring for diverse groups, and interaction with various college constituencies such as board of advisors, student societies, current and incoming undergraduates and their parents. Students will demonstrate their learning through reflective exercises such as portfolio creation, presentations, and journaling.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 8 hours.
Registration Restriction(s): Permission by Instructor.
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EF 327 - Honors: Engineering Design in K-12 Education 2 Credit Hours
This course will give students the opportunity to apply the engineering design process within the context of K-12 education through engagement with local schools. Students will develop, refine, and implement programing to teach K-12 students aspects of engineering. To support this process, students will learn basic education theory and read current scholarly articles on research based practices to teach engineering in K-12.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum of 8 hours.
Registration Restriction(s): Cook Grand Challenge Honors students.
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EF 333 - Co-op/Intern Experience in Engineering 1-3 Credit Hours
Technical report writing and/or presentation is required. Student must be officially registered with the Office of Professional Practice in order to register for this course. The credit earned from this course may be used as approved technical elective credit in several Tickle College of Engineering degree programs (consult Office of Professional Practice for details).
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 3 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 333N - Co-op/Intern Experience in Engineering 1-3 Credit Hours
Technical report writing and/or presentation is required. Student must be officially registered with the Office of Professional Practice in order to register for this course. The credit earned from this course may be used as approved technical elective credit in several Tickle College of Engineering degree programs (consult Office of Professional Practice for details).
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 3 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 337 - Honors: Leadership Skills 3 Credit Hours
Focuses on developing leadership skills. Provides students with self-assessment, developmental exercises, and case studies to prepare them for leadership roles.
Credit Restriction: Students cannot receive credit for both Management 331 and Engineering Fundamentals 337.
Registration Restriction(s): Honors engineering leadership minor only.
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EF 400 - Technology Commercialization 1 Credit Hours
Students of engineering will be exposed to various approaches by which value is created from technology. Value creating business models commonly applied to technology ideas and products will be studied. Appropriate commercialization methods will be applied to student efforts in capstone design projects for various engineering majors.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Registration Restriction(s): Tickle College of Engineering or biosystems engineering majors; minimum student level – senior.
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EF 406 - Advanced Special Topics 1-3 Credit Hours
In-depth study of recent developments and current practice in engineering and/or engineering education.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum of 6 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 407 - Honors: Advanced Special Topics 1-3 Credit Hours
In-depth study of recent developments and current practice in engineering and/or engineering education.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum of 6 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 430 - Engineering Education Practicum 1 Credit Hours
Professional development opportunity for engineering teaching assistants to advance their teaching and mentoring skills while learning about and applying education theories, research-based practices, and human-centered design principles.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum of 2 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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EF 437 - Honors: Interdisciplinary Senior Design I 3 Credit Hours
The first part of a two-course sequence where teams of students from both the Tickle College of Engineering and Haslam College of Business partner with industry sponsors to design and build authentic products and processes. Working closely with an industry liaison engineer and a faculty coach, students gain practical experience in teamwork and communication, problem-solving and engineering design, and develop leadership, management and people skills. Weekly workshop activities adapt lecture topics to individual projects. Students learn firsthand how to develop products and processes that meet customer requirements on time and within budget. The sequence is serving students in the Heath Integrated Business and Engineering Program (Heath IBEP) and others within the two colleges.
Registration Restriction(s): Senior standing and consent of instructor.
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EF 438 - Honors: Interdisciplinary Senior Design II 3 Credit Hours
The second part of the 437/438 sequence where teams of students from both the Tickle College of Engineering and Haslam College of Business partner with industry sponsors to design and build authentic products and processes. Working closely with an industry liaison engineer and a faculty coach, students gain practical experience in teamwork and communication, problem-solving and engineering design, and develop leadership, management and people skills. Weekly workshop activities adapt lecture topics to individual projects. Students learn firsthand how to develop products and processes that meet customer requirements on time and within budget. The sequence is serving students in the Heath Integrated Business and Engineering Program (Heath IBEP) and others within the two colleges.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 437.
Registration Restriction(s): Senior standing and consent of instructor.
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EF 491 - International Experience in Engineering 1-6 Credit Hours
Participation in approved engineering academic experience abroad.
Repeatability: May be taken once for credit.
Registration Restriction(s): Tickle College of Engineering and biosystems engineering majors with approval of instructor.
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(EI) Educational Interpreting (287) |
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EI 335 - Interpreting Techniques 3 Credit Hours
Introduces students to linguistic techniques to enhance interpreting performance. Introduction of translation techniques that form the basis for interpreting. Students will practice intralingual technique designs to improve English and American Sign Language skills.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 335, 350, American Sign Language 211.
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EI 340 - Principles of Interpreting 3 Credit Hours
Theory and psycholinguistic processes involved in interpreting and transliterating between English and American Sign Language. Ethics and etiquette of interpreting in educational and community placements. History, organizations, certification procedures, and trends and issues related to the interpreting profession.
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EI 345 - Interpreting in Educational Settings 4 Credit Hours
Covers issues related to working with deaf and hard of hearing children in mainstream programs. Examines interpreter roles and responsibilities within the classroom setting. Practicum experiences.
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EI 350 - Voice to Sign Interpretation 3 Credit Hours
Interpreting from English to sign language in a variety of physical settings (one-to-one, classroom, assemblies) for students of all ages with varying communication styles. Adjusting interpretation to accommodate different student needs. Cross-cultural communication issues. Interpreting in a manner appropriate to the context. Techniques for reducing visual fatigue and overload.
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EI 355 - Sign to Voice Interpretation 3 Credit Hours
Interpreting from sign language to English in a variety of physical settings (one-to-one, classroom, assemblies) for students of all ages with varying communication styles. Selecting appropriate register and vocabulary items and interpreting in a manner appropriate to the context. Attention is also given to cross-cultural communication issues.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 335, 350, American Sign Language 211.
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EI 440 - Educational Interpreting Field Work 6 Credit Hours
Practical field experience within approved and supervised mainstream settings. Development of specific interpreting skills. Provides a direct service experience in a supportive learning environment.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
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(ELED) Elementary Education (322) |
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ELED 322 - Elementary Teaching Methods I 3 Credit Hours
Methods, materials, instruction, and assessment procedures for teaching at the elementary school level.
Registration Restriction(s): Admission to teacher education.
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ELED 351 - Laboratory and Field Studies in Elementary Education 1 Credit Hours
Simulated and actual experiences in which students apply concepts and skills from professional methods courses in a variety of school settings and levels.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 3 hours.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 422.
Registration Restriction(s): Admission to teacher education.
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ELED 422 - Elementary Teaching Methods II 3 Credit Hours
Emphasis on planning, implementation, and evaluation of integrative learning experiences.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 322.
Registration Restriction(s): Admission to teacher education.
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(ELI) English Language Institute |
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ELI 110 - Fundamentals in Academic English 6 Credit Hours
Intensive instruction in the English language designed to prepare students for college-level courses taught in English. Strategies for developing proficiency in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and pronunciation and for increasing students’ understanding of both U.S. culture and academic expectations at the University of Tennessee.
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.
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ELI 410 - Advanced English and Teaching Principles for ITAs 3-4 Credit Hours
Intensive development of English language skills, and overview of basic teaching techniques, that are needed for students to serve as effective graduate teaching assistants.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 8 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.
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(ELPS) Educational Leadership and Policy Studies |
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ELPS 201 - Foundations of Leadership Studies 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the foundational elements of intrapersonal and organizational leadership. Students will also develop an awareness of “self” as a leader in relation to others within the collegiate setting and life practice.
Registration Restriction(s): Maximum student level – junior; or consent of instructor.
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ELPS 207 - Foundations and Theories of Leadership Studies 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to foundational intrapersonal and organizational leadership theories and concepts. Honors students will also develop an awareness of “self” as a leader in relation to others within the collegiate setting and life practice.
Registration Restriction(s): Restricted to students enrolled in leadership studies minor – honors.
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ELPS 211 - Servant Leadership & Social Justice Seminar 1 Credit Hours
An exploration of the connection between leadership and service through servant leadership, social change, social justice theory, and community service. Participation in Leadership and Service Living Learning Community required for registration.
Registration Permission: Consent of the instructor.
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ELPS 217 - Honors: Ethics in Leadership 3 Credit Hours
The study of leadership in the context of ethics, the evolution of ethical scholarship, and the application to ethical problems faced by college student leaders.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 207.
Registration Restriction(s): Restricted to students enrolled in leadership studies minor – honors.
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ELPS 310 - Emerging Leaders 3 Credit Hours
Governance of student life while in college, leadership in the community, and theories in contemporary interpersonal and organizational leadership. Participation in Emerging Leaders Program required for registration.
Registration Permission: Participation in Emerging Leaders Program or consent of the instructor.
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ELPS 350 - Coached Leadership Skills 1-3 Credit Hours
This experiential learning course will focus on interpersonal leadership theories, practices, skill development, and application in supervised collegiate leadership setting, with an in-depth emphasis on leadership as a behavior (i.e., self in relation to others) exercised within groups. Includes leadership skills, practices, lectures, role/position/setting-specific training, and applied leadership experiences in service to the university (a 30+ hour or a 75-hour positional leadership practicum).
Contact Hour Distribution: A leadership skills and practices seminar (one credit hour) and two applied leadership experiences – 30-74 hours of positional leadership practicum (one credit hour) or 75+ hours of positional leadership practicum (two credit hours).
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 credit hours.
Comment(s): As the prerequisite to 351, all students must complete the one credit hour leadership skills and practices seminar and at least 1 credit hour of applied leadership experiences including technical competence training in a college student leadership positions/roles with a minimum of 30 practicum hours. If registering for 3 credit hours practicum hours should exceed 75.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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ELPS 351 - Personally and Socially Responsible Leadership 1-2 Credit Hours
Synthesis of leadership scholarship with a focus on the ethical and intercultural dimensions of leadership and communication across difference.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 201 or 207; 350.
Comment(s): Students choosing the Experiential Learning Course sequence can register for one credit hour. Students choosing to complete a self-directed capstone project must register for two credit hours.
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ELPS 411 - Leadership Knoxville Scholars Capstone Seminar 3 Credit Hours
Application of collegiate leadership knowledge and experiences to problems facing the Knoxville community and use in lives and careers after college. Intensive interaction with leaders and leadership development activities in the Knoxville community support students’ participation in a multi-semester problems project. Membership in the Leadership Knoxville Scholars program required for registration.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 9 hours.
Registration Permission: Admission to Leadership Knoxville Scholars program required or consent of the instructor.
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ELPS 450 - Leadership in Transition 3 Credit Hours
An examination of organizational leadership for change. Application of leadership theories, frameworks, constructs, self-awareness, and skills to post-collegiate goals, life-long learning, leadership problems, and an applied project.
Contact Hour Distribution: Combines one credit hour of class discussion, lecture, and guest speakers, with a two credit hour Leading in Transition problems-based service learning team project. Appropriate contact hours relative to instruction time will be honored.
Repeatability: May be repeated. Maximum 6 hours.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 201 or 207, and 350.
Recommended Background: Completed leadership minor elective.
Registration Restriction(s): Restricted to students enrolled in the leadership studies minor or the leadership studies minor – honors.
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ELPS 451 - Leadership in Transition Seminar 1 Credit Hours
An examination of organizational leadership for change. Application of leadership theories, frameworks, constructs, self-awareness, and skills to post-collegiate goals, life-long learning, and leadership problems.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 351.
(DE) Prerequisite(s): Approved Progress Review and Project Proposal.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 411.
Recommended Background: Completed leadership minor elective.
Comment(s): Students should register for this course the Fall before graduation.
Registration Restriction(s): Leadership Studies minor or Leadership Studies minor - Honors; Minimum student level – senior.
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ELPS 452 - Experiential Leadership Capstone 1 Credit Hours
Application of leadership theories, frameworks, constructs, self-awareness, and skills to contemporary problems in a self-directed leadership project.
Repeatability: May be repeated; Maximum 2 hours.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 351.
Comment(s): Register for this course the final semester enrolled.
Registration Restriction(s): Leadership Studies minor; minimum student level - senior.
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ELPS 457 - Honors: Leadership Capstone 1 Credit Hours
Application of leadership theories, frameworks, constructs, self-awareness, and skills to contemporary problems in a self-directed leadership project.
Repeatability: May be repeated; Maximum 2 hours.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 217, 351.
Comment(s): Register for this course the final semester enrolled. Program coordinator approval required prior to beginning self-directed projects.
Registration Restriction(s): Leadership Studies minor - Honors; minimum student level - senior.
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ELPS 493 - Independent Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Independent investigation of problems and issues in leadership.
Repeatability: May be repeated three times. Maximum 6 hours.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 201.
Registration Restriction(s): Registration is limited to students enrolled in the leadership minor and consent of the instructor.
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ELPS 495 - Special Topics 1-3 Credit Hours
Faculty-initiated courses. Detailed study of a specialized area of leadership. Topics vary.
Credit Restriction: May be repeated twice. Maximum 6 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of instructor.
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(ENED) English Education (340) |
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ENED 459 - Teaching English in the Secondary School 3 Credit Hours
Techniques of teaching composition, language, and literature.
Registration Restriction(s): Admission to teacher education.
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ENED 460 - Teaching Reading and Literature in the Secondary School 3 Credit Hours
Teaching basic reading skills and literature.
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(ENGL) English (339) |
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ENGL 101 - English Composition I 3 Credit Hours
Intensive instruction in writing, focusing on analysis and argument. Strategies for reading critically, analyzing texts from diverse perspectives, developing substantive arguments through systematic revision, addressing specific audiences, integrating sources, and expressing ideas with clarity and correctness.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: Students with credit for 118, 131, or 198 may not receive credit for 101.
Comment(s): Students wishing additional help with writing should also register for 103.
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ENGL 102 - English Composition II 3 Credit Hours
Advancing concepts introduced in 101. Intensive writing instruction focused on inquiry and research. Strategies for formulating and investigating questions, locating and evaluating information, using varied sources and research methods, developing positions on intercultural and interdisciplinary issues from diverse texts (print, digital, and multimedia), and presenting research using appropriate rhetorical conventions.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: Students with credit for 132, 298, or 290 may not receive credit for 102.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 101.
Comment(s): Students wishing additional help with writing should also register for 104.
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ENGL 103 - Writing Workshop I 1 Credit Hours
Self-paced Writing Center tutorial for students wanting additional instruction while enrolled in 101, 131, or having ACT English and composite scores at or below 18 (or SAT verbal/composite scores at or below 450/850). Individual instruction in mechanics, paragraph development, and essay structure.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: To receive credit, students must participate at least two hours per week and must also pass the 101 or 131 class in which they are currently enrolled.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 101 or 131.
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ENGL 104 - Writing Workshop II 1 Credit Hours
Self-paced Writing Center tutorial for students wanting additional instruction while enrolled in 102, 118, or 132, or students advised to enroll by their 102, 118, or 132 instructors. Individual instruction in critical reading and in developing and documenting the research paper.
Grading Restriction: Satisfactory/No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: To receive credit, students must participate at least two hours per week and must also pass the 102, 118, or 132 class in which they are currently enrolled.
(RE) Corequisite(s): 102, 118, or 132.
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ENGL 118 - Honors: English Composition 3 Credit Hours
Grading scale and workload are same as in regular sequence though course proceeds at an accelerated pace. Emphasis on argumentation, critical inquiry, rhetorical analysis, and research methods. May include the study of a long work of literature or nonfiction in addition to a selection of interdisciplinary readings.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: Students with credit for 101, 131, or 198 may not receive credit for 118.
Comment(s): ACT English and composite scores at or above 29 or SAT critical reading and composite scores of 680 and 1280 required. Students receiving a passing grade below B in 118 will complete the English Composition requirement by taking 102. Students receiving a grade of B or above will complete their freshman English requirements by choosing 102, a sophomore-level course in the English Department, or 355.
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ENGL 121 - Academic English for Undergraduate Students 3 Credit Hours
Development of English academic literacy for undergraduate students whose native or strongest language is not English, including reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar, as well as some attention to listening, oral presentation, and pronunciation.
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Comment(s): Admission based on TOEFL, IELTS, ACT, or SAT score, or by English Placement Exam.
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ENGL 122 - Academic English for Graduate Students 3 Credit Hours
Intensive reading and writing instruction for international graduate students, focusing on a variety of critical and rhetorical approaches to academic writing in the disciplines. Strategies for improving professional oral communication. Comprehensive review of the essential grammar for research writing.
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Comment(s): Admission based on TOEFOL, IELTS, ACT, or SAT score, or by English Placement Exam.
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ENGL 131 - Composition for Non-Native Speakers of English I 3 Credit Hours
Intensive instruction in writing, focusing on analysis and argument. Strategies for developing substantive arguments through systematic revision, addressing specific audiences, integrating sources, and expressing ideas with clarity and correctness. Individual conferences.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: Students with credit for 101, 118, or 198 may not receive credit for 131.
Comment(s): Admission based on TOEFL, IELTS, ACT, or SAT score, or by English Placement Exam.
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ENGL 132 - Composition for Non-Native Speakers of English II 3 Credit Hours
Advancing concepts introduced in 131 or 101. Intensive writing instruction focused on inquiry and research. Strategies for formulating and investigating questions, locating and evaluating information, using varied sources and research methods, developing positions on intercultural and interdisciplinary issues from diverse texts (print, digital, and multimedia), and presenting research using appropriate rhetorical conventions. Individual conferences.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: Students with credit for 102, 298, or 290 may not receive credit for 132.
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 131, 101, or equivalent.
Comment(s): Admission based on TOEFL, IELTS, ACT, or SAT score, or by English Placement Exam.
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ENGL 198 - Chancellor’s Honors Writing I 3 Credit Hours
Intensive writing and research instruction, with emphasis on critical inquiry, rhetorical analysis, persuasion/argumentation, and primary and secondary source research. Course topic includes exploration of debates concerning “human nature.” Includes the study of longer works of nonfiction in addition to a selection of interdisciplinary readings.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (WC)
Grading Restriction: A, B, C, No Credit grading only.
Credit Restriction: Students who receive a grade of C or better in 198 may not subsequently receive credit for 101, 131, or 118.
Comment(s): Restricted to Chancellor’s Honors Program students.
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ENGL 201 - British Literature I: Beowulf through Johnson 3 Credit Hours
Major literary works from three periods ― Middle Ages, Renaissance and Restoration, and 18th century. Writing-emphasis course.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 202 - British Literature II: Wordsworth to the Present 3 Credit Hours
Major literary works from three periods ― Romantic, Victorian, and 20th century. Writing-emphasis course.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 206 - Introduction to Shakespeare 3 Credit Hours
An overview of Shakespeare’s world and his work.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH) (WC)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 207 - Honors: British Literature I 3 Credit Hours
Enriched section of 201.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH) (WC)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
Registration Restriction(s): 3.25 GPA.
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ENGL 208 - Honors: British Literature II 3 Credit Hours
Enriched section of 202.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH) (WC)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
Registration Restriction(s): 3.25 GPA.
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ENGL 209 - Introduction to Jane Austen 3 Credit Hours
An overview of Jane Austen’s world and her work.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH) (WC)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 221 - World Literature I: Ancient through Early Modern 3 Credit Hours
Writing-emphasis course.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 222 - World Literature II: The Eighteenth-Century to the Present 3 Credit Hours
Writing-emphasis course.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 225 - Introduction to African Literature 3 Credit Hours
(See Africana Studies 225.)
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ENGL 226 - Introduction to Caribbean Literature 3 Credit Hours
Survey of the major genres in Caribbean literature. Course makes cross-cultural and cross-national comparisons; general overview of themes and styles. Major authors may include Naipaul, Rhone, Brathwaite, Hodge, Mais, Lovelace, and Marshall. Writing-emphasis course.
(Same as Africana Studies 226.)
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 231 - American Literature I: Colonial Era to the Civil War 3 Credit Hours
Development of American literature from its beginnings to the Civil War. Writing-emphasis course.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 232 - American Literature II: Civil War to the Present 3 Credit Hours
Development of American literature from Civil War to the present. Writing-emphasis course.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 233 - Major Black Writers 3 Credit Hours
Black American literature as a literary tradition. Writing-emphasis course.
(Same as Africana Studies 233.)
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
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ENGL 237 - Honors: American Literature I: Colonial Era to the Civil War 3 Credit Hours
Enriched section of 231.
Satisfies General Education Requirement: (AH) (WC)
(RE) Prerequisite(s): 102, 118, 132, 290, or 298.
Registration Restriction(s): 3.25 GPA.
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