Spring 2013

How Americans' political values affect public policy. Studies of landmark legislation to explore the social contract between generations and role of governments in social welfare.

Exploring diversity in the older population and variability in the human aging process.

Age-related changes in nervous system structure and function; relationship of brain changes to changes in cognitive function and perception; Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Lecture and discussion. Prerequisites: BISC-220L or BISC-221L.

Physiological, psychological, and social health problems of adults as they are impacted by health choices throughout life.

Introduction to autobiography as a source of individual psychological development, with emphasis on integration of cognitive, emotional, and decision processes.

Problems and resources of the middle-aged and older woman in a changing society; including discrimination, stereotypes, employment, social interaction, etc.

Introduction and critical survey of the current issues, concepts, and research of the social and psychological aspects of death and dying.

Consideration of the biological and social-cultural factors that govern the evolution of life spans and the life of humans and selected animal models. Recommended preparation: statistics

Biomedical ethical issues that are encountered in working with geriatric patients. Examination of ethical theory and the application of theory to clinical settings.

Overview of the concepts, characteristics, skills, and clinical issues of case management in a variety of settings serving older persons.

Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.

Supervised experience in one or more community agencies. Graded CR/NC.

An in-depth integration of major research and professional themes in the study of human development and aging.

Supervised experience in a geriatric health care setting which allows students to put theories and ideas into practive. Graded CR/NC. Lecture, discussion, and fieldwork.

Advanced study of empirical approaches in gerontology. Preparation, progress, presentation, and evaluation of Senior Honors Thesis research. Standing in Gerontology Honors Program and departmental approval.

Advanced study of empirical approaches in gerontology. Preparation, progress, presentation, and evaluation of Senior Honors Thesis research. Standing in Gerontology Honors Program and departmental approval.

Advanced study of empirical approaches in gerontology. Preparation, progress, presentation, and evaluation of Senior Honors Thesis research. Standing in Gerontology Honors Program and departmental approval.

A web based course analyzing physical, mental, and social age-related changes as well as implications of population aging trends for individuals and society.

Basic skills needed for an executive working in an aging services environment. Recommended for entry level administrators and managers.

Examination of the behavioral and social consequences of design and the environment to create a more satisfying physical environment for both frail and active older adults.

Reflections on shifts in preferences for aging in place and the market ramifications of innovations in science and technology on older consumers and service provider.

An introduction to mind-body processes involved in healthy aging. Examines the interplay of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors in shaping health-relevant biological processes.

Examination of lifespan physiology of human development, growth, and aging; major emphasis in the physiology of the later years and implications for health maintenance.

Theory and application of assessment and intervention techniques with older adults and their families. Topics include: treatment modalities, psychopathology, ethical and legal issues, brain disorders.

Life-span perspective on the sociological theories of marriage and the family, intergenerational relationships, work and retirement, and other forms of social organization.

Examination of current trends and future prospects of finance and reimbursement systems. Topics include major legislation and programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.

Application of theories of administration and system management to public and volunteer programs and services for older adults including residential institutions and community programs.

Aging (commonalities and distinctions) as addressed by biologists,psychologists, and sociologists. Topics include researchperspectives, normative agings, functional decline and disability,and aging and society.

Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Supervised experiential learning in one or more organizations that serve older adults; includes a regularly scheduled seminar. Graded CR/NC.

Multidisciplinary perspectives on current research in Gerontology including physiology, neurobiology, health and medicine, psychology, sociology and public policy. Topics will change each semester.

Hands-on experience in developing and testing hypotheses using various types of databases, data management and analysis strategies and written presentation of findings. Recommended preparation: GERO-593.

Research leading up to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied toward the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.

Credit on acceptance of Dissertation. Graded CR/NC.