BIO 3310 - Biology of Aging

Credits: 3 hrs

This course covers biological changes and adjustments occurring over time as part of the aging process, with an emphasis on diseases commonly associated with aging. Students will become familiar with the current research literature in aging by relating published research articles with the course content. Grading will be based on student-led instruction, participation, short writing assignments, quizzes over assigned readings, and examinations. Prerequisite(s): Either 1) a grade of C or better in either BIO 1311 or BIO 2301 or 2) a grade of C or better in GER 2401 and either BIO 1301 or BIO 1340.