200 Fundamentals of Gerontology (4, Sp) Introduction to characteristics of the aging population; biological, psychological, and sociological processes of aging, solution and services developed to meet the needs of older adults.
210g Biology of Development and Aging (4, FaSp) Examination of the aging processes during later life identifying the structural, functional, and biochemical changes in human physiology and related geriatric issues.
215 Nutrition and Health for a Lifetime (4) Through an introduction to concepts and analytical thinking in the biological and nutritional sciences, this course investigates and evaluates recent information on major health risks during adulthood.
220g Psychology of Development and Aging (2 or 4, FaSpSm) Exploration of behavioral development over the life-span and group processes and group/individual interactions influencing human development and aging.
230g Sociology of Development and Aging (2 or 4, FaSp) Rules, roles, and relationships over the life-span and group processes and group/individual interactions influencing human development and aging.
240g Programs, Policies, and Politics Affecting the Elderly (4, FaSp) Older persons as a political force in American society: programs, public policy, and the development of programs for the elderly.
284 Caring for Aging Family Members (2) Common psycho-social and health care concerns of family caregivers; includes discussion on long-term care, mental health, and filial relationships in late life.
310 Physiology of Aging (4, Fa) Effects of normative aging processes on homeostatic mechanisms and how these changes relate to development of disorder and disease in later life. Lecture and discussion. Prerequisite: BISC 107L or BISC 117L.
350 Administrative Problems in Aging (2 or 4, Fa) Analysis of the skills, approaches and issues involved in the planning, development, and implementation of programs directed at meeting the needs of older persons.
380m Diversity in Aging (4) Exploring diversity in the older population and variability in the human aging process.
385 Transitions in Adulthood (2 or 4, Sp) An exploration of the critical issues and transitions in the adult years, including careers, relationships, parenthood, and major turning points for personal development.
390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.
402 Housing for the Elderly: Policy, Programs and Design (2) An overview of housing policies, programs, and design for the elderly, including analysis and evaluation of past, current, and proposed government programs.
411L Physiology, Nutrition, and Aging (2 or 4) Explores nutritional needs and the physiological, psychological, and sociological relationships to nutrition. Laboratory experiments in assessment and evaluation.
412L Exercise and Aging: Principles and Programs (2 or 4) Physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of exercise. Laboratory involvement in assessment and evaluation of fitness.
413 Sensuality/Sexuality in the Later Years: Roles and Behavior (2) An exploration of the biological, psychological, and social bases for sex roles and expression of sexuality in later years.
414 Neurobiology of Aging (4, Fa) 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. Prerequisite: BISC 107L or BISC 117L.
415 Neuroaffective Disorders of Aging (4, Sp) Methods of studying, evaluating, and treating cognitive, psychiatric, and behavioral problems associated with medical conditions of old age.
416 Health Issues in Aging (4, Sp) Physiological, psychological, and social health problems of older people; organizational factors in health care delivery.
423 Psychological Development through Autobiography (2, Sm) Introduction to autobiography as a source of individual psychological development, with emphasis on integration of cognitive, emotional, and decision processes.
432 The Middle Years (2 or 4, Fa) A multidisciplinary approach to the changes occurring during this period, noting prior and future implications of the aging process.
433 Ethnicity and Aging (2 or 4) Examination of the characteristics and needs of various ethnic and minority aging groups and how government and other social institutions can respond to them.
435m Women and Aging: Psychological, Social and Political Implications (4) Problems and resources of the middle-aged and older woman in a changing society; including discrimination, stereotypes, employment, social interaction, etc.
437 Social and Psychological Aspects of Death and Dying (2 or 4, FaSp) Introduction and critical survey of the current issues, concepts, and research of the social and psychological aspects of death and dying.
438 Biomedical Aspects of Death and Dying (4) Biological foundations of death and dying. Examination of clinical problems and outcomes in the use of advanced medical technologies at the end of life.
444 Pre-Retirement Planning (2 or 4, Sm) An investigation of basic issues related to pre-retirement and planning techniques commonly employed by labor, business, education, etc.
451 Policy and Program Development in Aging (4, Fa) Policy trends and changing roles of local, state, and federal agencies in planning, managing, and evaluating programs in comprehensive, coordinated systems of service for older persons.
452 Economic Issues and the Aged (2 or 4, Sp) Analysis of economic factors associated with the aged; implications for individuals, society, and the economy; life-cycle economics, retirement, income maintenance, and social security.
470 Philosophy of Aging (2 or 4) Analysis of concepts of aging expressed in the current literature and in ancient and modern philosophies. Evaluation of philosophies of aging underlying scientific and social attitudes.
475 Ethical Issues in Geriatric Health Care (4) Biomedical ethical issues that are encountered in working with geriatric patients. Examination of ethical theory and the application of theory to clinical settings.
480 Case Management of the Frail Elderly: Clinical Perspectives (2) Overview of case management: definitions, funding sources, terminology, client typology, history, ethical issues, staffing patterns, and its role in the continuum-of-care system.
481 Working with the Aged (2 or 4, Fa) Interaction with the aged; exploration of their needs, problems, and means by which these needs can be met.
482 Violence and Abuse in the Family (4) Violence extending from terrorism to individual brutalizing, and abuse ranging from neglect to social, psychological, and physical injury from infancy to old age.
490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
491 Gerontology Practicum (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm) Supervised experience in one or more community agencies that serve older adults. Graded CR/NC.
492 Senior Seminar in Aging (4, Fa) An in-depth integration of major themes in scientific and professional gerontology, leading to the preparation of the senior paper.
495 Practicum in Geriatric Care (4, FaSpSm) Supervised experience in a geriatric health care setting which allows students to put theories and ideas into practice. Graded CR/NC. Lecture, discussion, and field work.
496 Introduction to Clinical Geriatrics (4) Medical problems of older adults emphasizing common geriatric syndromes, chronic illness, and alternative approaches to primary health care of older persons and their families. Prerequisite: BISC 107L or BISC 117L; recommended preparation: upper division standing.
499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSpSm) Examination of special topics in the area of gerontology.
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