Library Services to TN Agricultural Extension and Experiment Station Staff
*Online resources at UT Libraries may require NetID and password for off-campus access.
UT Library Locations and Hours
UT Extension Homepage - http://www.utextension.utk.edu/
Reference Services
There are many ways to seek reference services at UT Libraries.
- In person: Visit Reference Services on the first floor of Hodges Library, or ask for assistance at the Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine Branch Library.
- By phone: Call (865) 974-4171 for the Hodges (Main) Library,
or (865) 974-7338 for telephone reference service at the Agriculture
& Veterinary Medicine Library.
- Via the Libraries' Web site: Ask questions of the UT librarians though AskUsNow, a link to live, interactive assistance. You can e-mail the Agriculture Library staff at agvetlib@utk.edu. Or you can use chat widget on the left of our pages.
In addition, each academic department has a subject librarian liaison who manages resources related to the discipline. Subject librarians also offer in-depth research consultation. Please see the list below at right for contact information.
Access for Remote Users
A new proxy server allows remote access to many electronic databases to which the UT Libraries subscribe. The server also allows access to electronic journals and electronic books. Authorized faculty, staff and students of the University of Tennessee Knoxville can now log-in using their NetID and password.
Net ID and Password
UT information on NetID and Password
Your NetID is the "name" part of your University email address "name@utk.edu". If you don't know your University email address, search for yourself in the UT Online Directory.
Your email address will be displayed. To remotely access the Libraries' electronic databases, your campus must be listed as "Knoxville," regardless of your actual location. If you need help with this step, contact a reference librarian at (865) 974-7338, email us, or you can use chat widget on the left of our pages.
By default you have a NetID password composed of the following three pieces of information:
- The first two letters of your birth month in lower case.
- The last two digits of your birth year.
- The last four digits of your UT ID Number.
For example, if you were born February 1979 and your UT ID Number is 123-45-6789 then your default password would be fe796789.
Note: The default password allows you to gain initial access to password protected facilities. Since it is composed of personal information that could be guessed, it is relatively insecure and should not be used as your permanent password. You should change this password to something more private as soon as possible. You can change your NetID password online anytime by logging in to UT Online Directory and clicking the change password link.
UT Libraries' Catalog
Connect to the UT Libraries' online catalog
Free access to the University Libraries online catalog is provided via the World Wide Web. The Library Catalog provides call number, location(s) and circulation status (checked in or checked out) for library materials. For UT patrons, the "My Account" feature in the new online catalog will alow you to see what you have checked out, renew materials, and place holds online. Please contact the library if you are having difficulties searching or checking your library record.
Databases and Electronic Resources
The UT Libraries provide access to over 200 databases that have been sorted by topic. While some databases provide full text of articles, most databases yield citations and abstracts to journal articles and other literature from many subject fields. Many of the Libraries' databases are available to remote users after they log-in with their NetID and password. A few are available only at workstations within the library. Note the link to off-campus/remote user information.
Electronic Journals
Many journals are now available electronically in full-text. The University Libraries subscribe to many e-journals, most of which can be accessed through the Libraries’ webpages and the online catalog. Access is based on the authentication of the user through the use of the NetID and password.
*Access to the electronic journals and books to which the UT libraries subscribe is also available through the catalog.
Circulation
Faculty and staff have the privilege of a one-year loan period for books. To borrow materials in person, use your UT ID card. To renew items by telephone, you may call Distance Education Services toll-free: 1-877-225-0013. *In addition, the "My Account" feature in the new online catalog will alow you to see what you have checked out, renew materials, and place holds online.
Interlibrary Services
UT Libraries are committed to serving remote members of the University of Tennessee. To request delivery of books or articles to your location, use the online Interlibrary Services forms. Eligible users may request delivery of library materials or photocopies of articles through Interlibrary Services ILLiad request system. ILLiad requires the use of a UT NetID and password. (865) 974-4240
To register in ILLiad for delivery of items - first time users must register:
- Go to the Interlibrary Services web site at https://www.lib.utk.edu/ils.
- Enter your NetID and password.
- Provide your personal information.
- Choose status: Faculty (Distance Ed) or Staff (Distance Ed).
- When you choose Distance Ed, it lets Interlibrary Services know delivery is to a remote location.
- Electronic Delivery: Choose YES
- Delivery Option: DE Delivery
- *Do not use a PO box for your addess, as items are delivered via FedEX.
Request an item from Interlibrary Services:
- Sign on to ILLiad and click the Interlibrary Loan tab.
- Choose the type of request you want to make: book, chapter of a book, article, report, etc.
- Fill in as much information as you have about the item, and note any unusual circumstances in the notes/other category.
- Interlibrary Services will deliver books and other items via FedEX and articles via the Web.
Returning items borrowed from UTK Libraries or other libraries:
Materials borrowed through Interlibrary Services, whether they are from UTK or other libraries must be returned to UT Knoxville Libraries via a traceable delivery service (UPS, FedEX, Insured US Mail). Borrowers are responsible for lost materials. Please call the ILS office with questions, (865) 974-4240.
Updated March 6, 2008.
Table of Contents: Reference Services - for general assistance or research help. Access for Remote Users - how to access library services from your location. Your NetID/password - your ticket to connecting to library services. UT Libraries' Catalog - search for items that UT holds or provides access to. Databases and Electronic Resources - search for journal literature. Circulation - how to check out, renew, or return materials. Interlibrary Services - to request materials from another institution.
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