Undergraduate Chemistry Program

Undergraduate chemistry majors at the University of Tennessee may earn either a B.S. degree with a major in chemistry or a B.S. in Chemistry degree that is certified by the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS-certified degree provides excellent preparation for graduate study in chemistry or for a career in the chemical industry or in medicine. There are several opportunities for chemistry majors to participate in undergraduate research projects with faculty. Chemistry majors may also graduate with honors in chemistry. Prospective undergraduate chemistry majors may want to learn more about the University's requirements for an undergraduate degree in chemistry.

Undergraduate Research

The Department of Chemistry offers opportunities for undergraduate chemistry majors to participate in research. We offer courses year-round as well as summer programs. These allow the undergraduate student to apply their classroom knowledge to an active research project. To view active research advisors and their projects follow this link: Advisor Selection.

The following programs and courses are available to undergraduates for research for during the academic year and through the summer months.

Undergraduate Research Courses

• Chemistry 200 - Introduction to Chemical Research - Participation in an active research program in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, or polymer chemistry. Students work with researchers to acquire expertise in planning experiments, interpreting results, and formulating hypotheses. Requires Departmental consent.
• Chemistry 400 - Research in Chemistry - Advanced students work with faculty on projects requiring knowledge and skills acquired in chemistry curriculum. Written reports are required. Requires Departmental consent.

Resources

• Tutorial Center Schedule
• Degree requirements & Matriculation Guidelines
• Contact Carol Bartmess for Available Tutors (hourly charge)
• General Chemistry Survival Tips
• General Information on the Undergraduate Chemistry Degree Track

Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society

The Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society or SAACS for short is an undergraduate organization for those interested in chemistry. The UT chapter of SAACS holds monthly meetings where they share a meal and social atmosphere and hear an invited speaker discuss specific aspects of chemistry and current research in areas of chemistry.

The Student Affiliates also participate in a wide variety of departmental and campus-wide activities including Homecoming in the Fall and Chem Camp in the Summer.

For more information contact the SAACS Faculty Advisor, Dr. Michael Best at mdbest@utk.edu.

General Chemistry Office

514 Buehler Hall
Knoxville, TN 37996
Phone: (865) 974-3413