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Gerontology (GERO)
- https://gero.usc.edu
- D class assignments available in GER-102; Phone: (213) 740-5156.
Introduction to adult development through the lifespan; biological, psychological, and social processes; gerontology as a career for the future.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36200R | 060 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 228 of 250 | John Walsh, Julia Walsh | ONLINE |
Advanced training in reading primary research articles on current topics related to the science of aging and longevity.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36201R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-12:50pm | Monday | 16 of 20 | Sean Curran | GER115 |
Introduction to the brain and mind. A unique multimedia approach to stress how knowledge about the mind is gained from scientific and clinical investigations.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Lecture (1 hr 50min) and Lab (1hr)
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36210R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 228 of 230 | John Walsh, Tara Mastro | GER124 |
How psychologists study thinking, memory, emotions, personality, and behavior, and how people change in these throughout adulthood to old age.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: This course carries GE credit but it is intended for a specific group of students rather than a general student audience. Gerontology majors can obtain D-clearance through the department.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36213D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 25 | Deborah Fui-Yuen Hoe | GER115 |
An introduction to the core curriculum in the study of Gerontology. Research perspectives on adult development and aging; methodological issues; personality and relationship issues; general mental and emotional components of aging; research methods.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36221D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 4 of 15 | Deborah Fui-Yuen Hoe | GER115 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36230R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 28 of 45 | Aaron Hagedorn | GER224 |
Exploring diversity in the older population and variability in the human aging process.
- Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
- Note: Internet Course
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36242R | 060 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 106 of 200 | Tameka Brown, Julie Bates | ONLINE | ||
36281D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Aaron Hagedorn | OFFICE |
Explores nutritional needs and the physiological, psychological, and sociological relationships to nutrition. Laboratory experiments in assessment and evaluation.
- Note: 2 Units
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36245R | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture-Lab | 4:00-5:40pm | Tuesday | 23 of 30 | Carin Kreutzer | GER115 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36250R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | 94 of 100 | John Walsh, Tara Mastro | GER124 |
Physiological, psychological, and social health problems of adults as they are impacted by health choices throughout life.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36255R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:50pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 27 | Roberto Vicinanza,Raffaella Ghittoni | GER230 |
Introduction and critical survey of the current issues, concepts, and research of the social and psychological aspects of death and dying.
- Note: 4 Units
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36260R | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | 9:00-10:40am | Mon, Wed | 13 of 25 | Susan Enguidanos | GER124 |
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
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36265R | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 29 of 35 | Tara Mastro | GER124 | PDF (675147 KB) |
Topical seminar in molecular and computational biology. Junior, senior or graduate standing.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior, Master Student, Doctoral Student
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the BISC department but may qualify for major credit in GERO. To register, enroll in BISC 461.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Biotechnology and Chemical Biology in Modern Biomedical Research | |||||||||
13464D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 9 of 12 | Lin Chen | RRI221 | PDF (305489 KB) |
Examines historical, cultural, economic, social and wellness roles of food in society and introduces dietary practices that support healthy aging and longevity.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36284R | 001 | Lecture | 8:30-11:20am | Friday | 10 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer | GER230 |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36280D | 001 | 2.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 6 of 20 | Cristal Hill,Andrei Irimia, Susan Enguidanos,Duke Han, Ryo Sanabria, Jennifer Ailshire | OFFICE |
The discoveries of ancient humans and bodies that have been preserved illuminate the connection between diet, health, and disease.
- Note: Maymester: May 13-May 31 (first week on campus, second and third week in Italy). Please contact sararobi@usc.edu to join the waitlist.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36283D | 137 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Susan Enguidanos | OFFICE |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36290D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 13 of 20 | Roberto Vicinanza | GER125 |
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.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Gerontology
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36297D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 3 of 10 | Tara Mastro | OFFICE |
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.
- Prerequisite: GERO 497A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Gerontology
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36293D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 11 of 12 | Tara Mastro | OFFICE |
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.
- Prerequisite: GERO 497B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Gerontology
- Note: 2 Units
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36295D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 10 | Tara Mastro | OFFICE |
Examines role of nutrition and genes and the impact each has on longevity and diseases, particularly diseases related to aging.Offered in Genoa, Italy.
- Note: Maymester: May 14-June 8. Section 36298: First week on campus, weeks 2-4 in Genoa, Italy. Section 36296: Online only. Does not go to Genoa, Italy.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36296R | 621 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 14 of 20 | Raffaella Ghittoni,Valter Longo | ONLINE | PDF (694013 KB) | |
36298D | 621 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 20 of 25 | Valter Longo | OFFICE |
Examination of special topics in the area of gerontology.
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Fundamental Foods in Aging | ||||||||||
36288R | 607 | 4.0 | Lecture | 4:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 7 of 15 | Cristal Hill | ONLINE | PDF (78728 KB) | |
Fundamental Foods in Aging | ||||||||||
36291R | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | 4:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 2 of 25 | Cristal Hill | GER230 | PDF (78728 KB) | |
South Korea's Rapid Population Aging: How to Turn Challenges into Opportunities | ||||||||||
36299D | 559 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 16 of 17 | Min-Kyoung Rhee | OFFICE |
A web based course analyzing physical, mental, and social age-related changes as well as implications of population aging trends for individuals and society.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36300R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 35 | Aaron Hagedorn | GER230 | ||
36301R | 607 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 21 of 35 | Aaron Hagedorn | ONLINE |
Branding, marketing, and consumer behavior through examination of established, transitioning and emerging aging services and organizations.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36303R | 607 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Monday | 9 of 35 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | ONLINE | ||
36336R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Monday | 25 of 35 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | GER224 |
Basic skills needed for an executive working in an aging services environment. Recommended for entry level administrators and managers.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36314R | 607 | Lecture | 12:00-2:50pm | Friday | 3 of 35 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | ONLINE | ||
36302R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:50pm | Friday | 5 of 34 | James Biggs, Joshua Johnson | GER124 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36304R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 14 of 25 | Caroline Cicero | GER224 | ||
36306R | 607 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 5 of 35 | Caroline Cicero | ONLINE |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36308R | 607 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 12 of 35 | Min-Kyoung Rhee | ONLINE | ||
36305R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 29 of 45 | Min-Kyoung Rhee | GER224 |
An introduction to mind-body processes involved in healthy aging. Examines the interplay of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors in shaping health-relevant biological processes.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36318R | 607 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 20 of 35 | Paul Nash, Marc Vermulst | ONLINE | ||
36307R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 16 of 40 | Paul Nash, Marc Vermulst | GER115 |
Examination of lifespan physiology of human development, growth, and aging; major emphasis in the physiology of the later years and implications for health maintenance.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36310R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 24 of 40 | Ryo Sanabria | GER115 | ||
36311R | 607 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 14 of 35 | Ryo Sanabria | ONLINE |
Explore issues related to common aging related symptoms/syndromes, patient and caregiver factors and alternative methods for symptom management.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36334R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Monday | 3 of 10 | Susan Enguidanos | GER305 | ||
36337R | 607 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Monday | 3 of 15 | Susan Enguidanos | ONLINE |
Application of nutrition science, physiology, biochemistry, and metabolism to evaluate critically ill patients and plan nutrition intervention and monitoring. Open only to graduate students.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student, Graduate Visitor
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36322D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:00pm | Thursday | 19 of 30 | Socorro Carranza, | GER124 | ||
3:00-6:00pm | Friday | Kurt Hong | GER230 | ||||||
36328D | 607 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:00pm | Thursday | 5 of 25 | Socorro Carranza, | ONLINE | ||
3:00-6:00pm | Friday | Kurt Hong | ONLINE |
Behavior from adulthood to old age; study of major components of behavior such as perception, cognitive processes, personality, intergenerational relationships, sexuality, and life styles.
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36320R | 607 | 4.0 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 24 of 35 | Elizabeth Zelinski, Paul Nash | ONLINE | ||
36324R | 001 | 4.0 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 26 of 40 | Paul Nash, Elizabeth Zelinski | GER115 |
Life-span perspective on the sociological theories of marriage and the family, intergenerational relationships, work and retirement, and other forms of social organization.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36331R | 607 | Lecture | 3:30-6:20pm | Tuesday | 24 of 35 | Paul Nash, Deborah Fui-Yuen Hoe | ONLINE | ||
36330R | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-6:20pm | Tuesday | 34 of 80 | Paul Nash, Deborah Fui-Yuen Hoe | GER124 |
Major legislation and programs; examination and analysis of policy-making and political processes affecting development and implementation of programs for older persons.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36341R | 607 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 19 of 50 | Mireille Jacobson,Caroline Cicero | ONLINE | ||
36342R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 29 of 40 | Caroline Cicero,Mireille Jacobson | GER124 |
Examination of current trends and future prospects of finance and reimbursement systems. Topics include major legislation and programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36335R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-7:50pm | Tuesday | 0 of 20 | Ara Sayabalian | GER125 | ||
36338R | 607 | Lecture | 5:00-7:50pm | Tuesday | 2 of 25 | Ara Sayabalian | ONLINE |
Application of theories of administration and system management to public and volunteer programs and services for older adults including residential institutions and community programs.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36351R | 607 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 2 of 25 | Kate Wilber | ONLINE | ||
36340R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 7 of 30 | Kate Wilber | GER224 |
Addresses legal issues and liability arising out of the employer-employee relationship, and how to identify and act proactively to minimize such risk.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student, Master Student
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36352R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | 14 of 25 | Julia Walsh | GER230 | ||
36354R | 607 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | 6 of 25 | Julia Walsh | ONLINE |
Aging (commonalities and distinctions) as addressed by biologists,psychologists, and sociologists. Topics include researchperspectives, normative agings, functional decline and disability,and aging and society.
- Note: GERO 555 open to MS Gerontology students only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36350D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 9 of 25 | Elizabeth Zelinski | GER230 | ||
36357D | 607 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Monday | 5 of 25 | Elizabeth Zelinski | ONLINE |
Explore the role of micronutrients, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients in human nutrition, including digestion, absorption, metabolism, and major biological, physiological and metabolic roles.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student, Graduate Visitor, Master Student
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36362D | 001 | Lecture | 11:30-2:20pm | Friday | 18 of 25 | Roberto Vicinanza | GER230 | ||
36363D | 607 | Lecture | 11:30-2:20pm | Friday | 7 of 25 | Roberto Vicinanza | ONLINE |
Introduces medical and health care professionals to the interdisciplinary field of gerontology. Examines the worlds changing demography; effects of aging on physical, psychological and social changes; aging process, ethical issues, aging stereotypes.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36343R | 607 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 7 of 25 | Roberto Vicinanza | ONLINE | ||
36396R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 5 of 15 | Roberto Vicinanza | GER224 |
Covers cognitive decline for people with Alzheimers Disease or other forms of dementia. Imaging technology to identify and find treatment options.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36358R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 15 of 25 | Karlton Wong | GER115 | ||
36367R | 607 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 25 | Karlton Wong | ONLINE |
Application of basic management concepts in a healthcare setting; achieving patient care goals and objectives via team caregiving.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36349D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-3:50pm | Friday | 8 of 15 | DeWayne Mc Mullin | GER125 | ||
36369D | 607 | Lecture | 3:00-3:50pm | Friday | 8 of 25 | DeWayne Mc Mullin | ONLINE |
Current practices in marketing senior living and associated services. Examines behaviors and preferences of older adults and their families. Explores new media platforms.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36355D | 001 | Lecture | 9:30-11:50am | Friday | 3 of 10 | DeWayne Mc Mullin | GER125 | ||
36380D | 607 | Lecture | 9:30-11:50am | Friday | 5 of 25 | DeWayne Mc Mullin | ONLINE |
Marketing models aimed to provide services for senior living. Analyze various institutions models for marketing, communicating and technological influence to brand a facility.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36359D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-2:40pm | Friday | 3 of 10 | DeWayne Mc Mullin | GER125 | ||
36378D | 607 | Lecture | 1:00-2:40pm | Friday | 5 of 25 | DeWayne Mc Mullin | ONLINE |
Students from multiple health professions learn about aging and collaborative team care through a combination of didactic and experiential learning working in a community-based setting.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, Ostrow School of Dentistry, Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the OT department but may qualify for major credit in GERO. To register, enroll in OT 589.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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48096D | 046 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 82 of 130 | Ashley Halle | OFFICE |
Examination of case studies of issues affecting the aging services industries and the role industry leaders play in reacting to change.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36327R | 607 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 8 of 35 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | ONLINE | ||
36329R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 22 of 25 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | GER124 |
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.
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36360D | 001 | 1.0-12.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 20 | Donna Benton | OFFICE | ||
36361D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 12:00-2:00pm | Friday | 19 of 30 | Carin Kreutzer | GER115 | ||
36364D | 607 | 2.0 | Lecture | 12:00-2:00pm | Friday | 9 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer | ONLINE |
Supervised experiential learning in one or more organizations that serve older adults; includes a regularly scheduled seminar. Graded CR/NC.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36345D | 607 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 2 of 25 | Aaron Hagedorn | ONLINE | ||
36346D | 607 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 11 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer,Nick Padula | ONLINE | ||
36365D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 16 of 35 | Aaron Hagedorn | GER230 | ||
36366D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Friday | 37 of 40 | Carin Kreutzer,Nick Padula | GER115 |
Multidisciplinary perspectives on current research in Gerontology including physiology, neurobiology, health and medicine, psychology, sociology and public policy. Topics will change each semester.
- Note: Sections 36332 and 36333 are for MAFMD students only. Section 36370 is for GERO PhD students only. Sections 36392 and 36393 are for BoA PhD students only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36332D | 001 | Lecture | 2:30-4:10pm | Friday | 4 of 10 | Nick Padula | GER115 | ||
36333D | 607 | Lecture | 2:30-4:10pm | Friday | 0 of 10 | Nick Padula | ONLINE | ||
36370D | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-2:00pm | Monday | 5 of 15 | Mireille Jacobson | GER125 | ||
36392D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Thursday | 7 of 20 | Ryo Sanabria | GER224 | ||
36393D | 607 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Thursday | 0 of 15 | Ryo Sanabria | ONLINE |
An introduction to research methods and their application to gerontology including problem formation, research design, data collection, descriptive and analytical statistics, interpretation, and report preparation.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36394R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 56 of 60 | Tara Mastro | GER124 | PDF (885859 KB) | |
36398R | 607 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 15 of 25 | Tara Mastro | ONLINE | PDF (885859 KB) |
Emphasizes the molecular and cellular biology of aging and age-related pathology and other aspects of basic aging research, including evolutionary biology, demography, epidemiology and bioinformatics.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36371D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Monday | 7 of 15 | Christian Pike | GER125 | ||
36374D | 607 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Monday | 0 of 15 | Christian Pike | ONLINE | ||
36382D | 001 | Discussion | 10:00-10:50am | Wednesday | 7 of 15 | Christian Pike | GER125 | ||
36383D | 607 | Discussion | 10:00-10:50am | Wednesday | 0 of 15 | Christian Pike | ONLINE |
Critical analyses of primary scientific data and interpretations presented in the literature. (Duplicates credit in former GERO 602)
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36312D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 0 of 2 | Christian Pike | GER125 | ||
36384D | 607 | Lecture | 11:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 0 of 15 | Christian Pike | ONLINE |
Critical analyses of primary scientific data and interpretations presented in the literature. (Duplicates credit in former GERO 602)
- Prerequisite: GERO 602a
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36391D | 607 | Lecture | 11:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 0 of 15 | Christian Pike | ONLINE | ||
36397D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 7 of 15 | Christian Pike | GER125 |
Examination of changes in health related to age, changes in health in populations over time, and the key health issues facing older persons.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36399D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | Canceled |
Mandatory organized laboratory rotation. Allows students to participate in laboratory activities. Designed to help select dissertation advisor and research.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36313D | 607 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 0 of 15 | Sean Curran | OFFICE | ||
36376D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 7 of 15 | Sean Curran | OFFICE |
Research leading up to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied toward the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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36339D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 3 | Sean Curran | OFFICE & ONLINE | ||
36379D | 607 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 3 of 25 | Sean Curran | ONLINE | ||
36385D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 7 of 20 | Sean Curran,Elizabeth Zelinski, Teal Eich | OFFICE |