Epidemiology of Aging
Fall 2024 (2 units)
This seminar course offers an introduction to the methods involved in epidemiologic research of aging and to common dysfunction in elderly populations. Students will learn to integrate epidemiologic methods and subject matter knowledge to critically appraise literature about aging and age-related diseases and disorders.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand theories of biological and social processes that underlie the development of diseases and disorders in aging populations;
- Apply epidemiological and statistical methods to questions asked in aging populations, especially in a longitudinal context; and
- Identify major risk factors associated with diseases and disorders in older populations.
Prerequisites
None.
Faculty
| Course Director: |
Jacqueline Torres, PhD Assistant Professor of Medicine |
Format
Course content will be delivered through weekly interactive lectures. These will take place on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM, Sept. 16 to Dec. 2.
Materials
All course materials and handouts will be posted on the course's online syllabus.
Grading
Grading is based on the following distribution:
- Class Participation (25%)
- Student Presentation (25%)
- 2-Page Written Assignments (15%)
- 5-page Written Assignments (35%)
Only UCSF students (defined as individuals enrolled in UCSF degree or certificate programs) will receive academic credit for courses. Official transcripts are available to UCSF students only. A Certificate of Course Completion will be available upon request to individuals who are not UCSF students and satisfactorily pass all course requirements.
To Enroll
ATCR and MAS students use the Student Portal
Students taking individual courses:
Fall 2024 Course Fees
How to pay (please read before applying)
Fall 2024 Course Schedule
Apply by September 6, 2024.
Only one application needs to be completed for all courses desired during the quarter.