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DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
HIST 278gp:
Ottomans and Empire: Anatolia, the Middle East, and the Medi
Overview of the history of the Ottomans and their imperial subjects.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
37060R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture-Discussion
Richard Antaramian
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
HIST 393g:
Quantitative Historical Analysis
Reading and doing quantitative research with historical data. Covers research designs, appropriate statistical analysis, and software packages for the use of historians.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
37094R
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Lon Kurashige
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
IR 101xgw:
International Relations
Basic concepts of world affairs for non-majors. Development ofcompetency to understand and critically evaluate global relationsand international events, stressing empirical approaches. Not available for major credit.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
37710R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Wayne Sandholtz
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
IR 210gw:
International Relations: Introductory Analysis
Comprehensive introduction to contending theoretical and analytical approaches; development of critical, evaluative, cognitive, and analytical competencies regarding historical and contemporary issues.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
37720D
3:30-4:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Han-Hui Hsieh
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
ITAL 300g:
Inventing Modern Italy
An interdisciplinary introduction to the literary, artistic, and political movements which contributed to the shaping of modern Italy. Taught in English.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
34435R
9:00-10:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture-Discussion
Gian-Maria Annovi
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
ITAL 382g:
Dante
Analysis of the Divina Commedia and other works. Conducted in English. (Duplicates credit in former ITAL 450)
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
34439R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Ruggero Sciuto
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
JS 100gp:
Jewish History
Major ideas, personalities, and movements in Jewish history from antiquity to the present in light of the interaction of the Jews with the general culture.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38200R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Joshua Garroway,Leah Hochman
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
JS 180gp:
Judaism
Jewish beliefs, practices, and history from the biblical period to the present; Judaic contributions to Western civilization.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38260R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Reuven Firestone,Leah Hochman
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
JS 211gw:
The Holocaust
Historical background and responses to the Holocaust, withspecial emphasis on ethical implications.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38210R
4:30-5:20pm
Thursday
Discussion
Timothy Werlinger
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
JS 370gp:
Digs and Dispute: Religion and Archaeology in Israel
Investigates contemporary conflicts in the discovery of the ancient world. Students will ask essential questions about the power of discovering and showcasing specific narratives.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38225R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Kristine Garroway,Leah Hochman
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
LING 110g:
In a Word
Words as a gateway to the human mind. How words are stored, comprehended and retrieved. How words are constructed. Words and concepts. Words and social constructs. The processing and the acquisition of words in normal and atypical children and adults.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38801R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Hajime Hoji
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
LING 115gw:
Language and Society
Discourse patterns among diverse social groups in institutional and interpersonal settings; interrelationships among language practices and gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity; social structures and cultural values as reflected in language policies and practices.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38812R
2:00-3:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Mary Byram Washburn
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
LING 210g:
Introduction to Linguistics
Empirical study of the sounds and structures of human language;syntax and semantics; language change; linguistic universals.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38818R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Sandra Disner
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
LING 285Lg:
Human Language and Technology
Study of human linguistic competence and technologies that simulate it. Phonetics, vibration and signal processing, speech recognition, neural networks.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
38862R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Khalil Iskarous
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 108g:
Contemporary Precalculus
Equations and inequalities; functions; graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric function; analytic geometry.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: MATH 040
Not available
39404R
9:00-9:50am
MWF
Lecture
Spencer Gerhardt
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 114xg:
Foundations of Statistics
An introduction to the basic tools of statistics. Descriptive statistics; probability; expected value; normal approximation sampling; chance models; tests of significance. Recommended preparation: MATH 040x or math placement exam. Not available for major credit to Math students.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
39985R
11:00-11:50am
MWF
Lecture
Michael Hall
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 117g:
Introduction to Mathematics for Business and Economics
Functions, graphs, polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices, systems of linear equations.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: MATH 040
Not available
39410R
12:00-12:50pm
MWF
Lecture
Aykut Arslan
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 118xg:
Fundamental Principles of Calculus
Derivatives and extrema. The definite integral and u-substitutions. Functions of several variables and their extrema; constrained optimization. Applications to business and economics.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MATH 108 or MATH 117)
Not available
39417R
10:00-10:50am
MWF
Lecture
Pranava Jayanti
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 125g:
Calculus I
Limits; continuity, derivatives and applications; antiderivatives; the fundamental theorem of calculus; exponential and logarithmic functions.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: MATH 108
Not available
39434R
9:00-9:50am
MWF
Lecture
Felicia Tabing
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 126g:
Calculus II
A continuation of MATH 125: trigonometric functions; applications of integration; techniques of integration; indeterminate forms; infinite series; Taylor series; polar coordinates.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: MATH 125
Not available
39461R
9:00-9:50am
MWF
Lecture
Wenyuan Li
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MATH 226g:
Calculus III
Vectors, vector valued functions; differential and integral calculus of functions of several variables; Green's theorem, Divergence theorem, Stoke's theorem.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MATH 126 or MATH 127 or MATH 129)
Not available
39572R
9:00-9:50am
MWF
Lecture
Yang Qiu
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MDES 301g:
The Global Middle East
Explores the modern Middle East by focusing on the process of globalization.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
41500D
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Ramzi Rouighi
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
MDES 325g:
Politics of Film and Literature in Modern Iran
Explores contemporary Iranian society through the study of social tensions created by poverty-wealth, tradition-modernity, masculinity-femininity, and notions of religio-political authority as reflected in the literature and films of the country.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
41526R
1:00-1:50pm
MWF
Lecture
Mehdi Faraji
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 100g:
Central Problems of Philosophy
Explores questions about human beings and their place in nature, including questions about knowledge, mind and body, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49300R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Jacob Ross
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 101g:
Free People, Free Thought and Free Markets
The philosophical foundations of modern political and economic thought, including economic rationality, neoclassical economics, free-market vs. socialist economies and behavioral economics.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49365R
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture-Discussion
Scott Soames,Romain Ranciere
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 102gp:
Historical Introduction to Philosophy
Introduction to the central philosophical works that have shaped western thought. Includes ancient, early modern and contemporary writings.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49309R
11:00-11:50am
MWF
Lecture-Discussion
James Van Cleve
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 141gp:
The Professions and the Public Interest in American Life
The study of the nature and role of professionals in life and society, forces that shape and direct them, foundations and applications of professional ethics.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49337R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
null
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 220g:
Introduction to Logic
Introduction to the aims and basic techniques of formal logic, including propositional and quantificational logic.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49419R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Gabriel Uzquiano
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 236g:
Issues in Space and Time
What is time? What is the difference between past, present and future? Is time-travel possible? And what paradoxes might it give rise to?
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49428R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Andrew Bacon
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 240g:
Mind, Self, and Consciousness
Explores philosophical questions about the human mind and consciousness, and how they relate to the brain and to the physical world more generally.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49437R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Sam Clarke
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 246Lg:
Foundations of Cognitive Science
Introduction to research in interdisciplinary cognitive science, highlighting ideas and methods from philosophy, psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, and computer science.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49680R
8:30-9:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Alexis Wellwood,Toby Mintz
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 256g:
Science, Religion, and the Making of the Modern Mind
Exploration of the philosophical and religious implications of major scientific revolutions, such as those of Copernicus, Galileo, and Darwin. (Duplicates credit in former PHIL 220g)
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49455R
9:00-9:50am
MWF
Lecture-Discussion
Zlatan Damnjanovic
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 265g:
Ethics, Technology and Value
Introduces and explores philosophical and ethical questions and theories related to technology, including biomedical technologies, internet applications and artificial intelligence.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49474R
3:30-4:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Jacob Ross,Elisa Warford
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHIL 270g:
Conceptual Foundations of Conflict
Explore the nature of interpersonal conflict: war, polarization, abuse, silencing, public reason, democracy, cancel culture and resistance.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
49469R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Mark Schroeder
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHYS 100Lxg:
The Physical World
The fundamentals of physics are presented, exploring the structure and beauty of physical laws and their manifestations, ranging from events observed in everyday life to subatomic and cosmic phenomena.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
50310R
10:00-11:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Vitaly Kresin
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHYS 125Lg:
Physics for Architects
Fundamental laws and principles of physics with emphasis on theapplication of physical principles to the problems ofarchitecture. Lecture, 4 hours; laboratory, 3 hours.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
50330R
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Hamid Chabok
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHYS 135aLg:
Physics for the Life Sciences
Fundamental laws and principles of physics emphasizing areasrelated to life sciences. Prerequisite for Biological Sciences,Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy. Lecture, 4 hrs.; Lab, 3 hrs.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MATH 108 or MATH 125 or MATH 126 or MATH 226)
Not available
50342R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Hamid Chabok
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHYS 151Lg:
Fundamentals of Physics I: Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Gateway to the majors and minors in Physics and Astronomy. Statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, conservation principles, gravitation, simple harmonic oscillators, thermodynamics, heat engines, entropy.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MATH 125 or MATH 126 or MATH 226 or MATH 129 or MATH 229)
Not available
50380R
10:00-10:50am
MWF
Lecture
Scott Macdonald
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHYS 161Lg:
Advanced Principles of Physics I
Gateway to the majors and minors in Physics and Astronomy. Introductory treatment intended for well-qualified students. Dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, conservation laws, wave motion, thermodynamics, heat engines, entropy.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MATH 126 or MATH 129)
Not available
50530R
2:00-3:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Scott Macdonald
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PHYS 171Lg:
Applied Physics I: Mechanics
Mechanics, mechanical vibrations and waves, special relativity. Emphasizes applications in the areas of applied physics and engineering.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MATH 125 or MATH 126 or MATH 129 or MATH 226 or MATH 229)
Not available
50781R
12:00-12:50pm
Mon, Wed
Discussion
Wade Hsu
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
POSC 110g:
Ideology and Political Conflict
Modern political ideologies; their assumptions, perceptions, and prescriptions regarding political stability and social injustice:anarchism, communism, socialism, liberalism, conservatism, and fascism.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
51910R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Anthony Kammas
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
POSC 248gw:
Human Rights
Overview of human rights controversies across the globe. Introduction to techniques of analysis for social issues, interdisciplinary research methods, and interpretation of complex political problems.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
51940R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Steve Swerdlow
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 100Lg:
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to psychological science, including historical and contemporary approaches. Behavior examined from biological, cognitive, social, developmental, and personality perspectives. Disorders and treatments.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
52430R
8:00-9:20am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Patricia George
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 165Lg:
Drugs, Behavior, and Society
An integrative systems perspective of drugs; including their historical, economic, and cultural importance, psychopharmacology, addiction, relationship to crime, and therapeutic use in treating psychological disorders.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
52440R
8:00-9:20am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
John Monterosso
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 215Lg:
Music, Mind and the Brain
An interdisciplinary approach to music, mind and brain. Explores music as an object with its own properties and as a form of human behavior.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
52480R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Beatriz Ilari,Assal Habibi
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 274Lg:
Statistics
Introduction to the use of statistics in psychology: basic ideas in measurement; frequency distributions; descriptive statistics; concepts and procedures in statistical inference.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
52495R
8:00-9:20am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Rand Wilcox
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 339Lg:
Origins of the Mind
Exploration of ancient philosophical questions concerning the origins of human knowledge through empirical studies of infants, animals, and adults from diverse cultures.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
52542R
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Clayton Stephenson
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 353g:
Close Relationships
Scientific perspective of close relationships: intimate relationships, friendships and others, evolutionary and biological bases of attraction and love, historical, social , cultural influences. Prerequisite: PSYC 100. (Duplicates credit in PSYC 359)
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: PSYC 100
Not available
52551R
10:00-11:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Miranda Barone
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
PSYC 367g:
Stress, Health, and the Mind-Body Connection
Introduction to psychological, biological and behavioral processes affecting physical health, including stress, coping with disease, health behaviors and socioeconomic and cultural influences on health.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: PSYC 100
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Health and the Human Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences (Psychology)
52600R
10:00-11:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Bruna Klein
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
QBIO 110g:
Drug Discovery: From Genes to Medicines
The course will explore the science of modern drug discovery and development, its key challenges and pitfalls in the personal health and socioeconomic context.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
12978R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Vsevolod Katritch
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
QBIO 305g:
Statistics for Biological Sciences
Statistical methods in biological science and medicine, including populations and samples, random sampling, confidence intervals, paired samples and regression.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
12961R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Peter Calabrese
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
REL 141g:
Global Religions in Los Angeles
Congregational and individual expressions of religion in Los Angeles.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
60036R
2:00-3:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Varun Soni
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
REL 324g:
Sex and the Bible: Gender, Sexuality, and Scripture
Role the Bible has played in debates about sex, gender, and sexuality in Western history.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
60064R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Cavan Concannon
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
REL 325g:
Religious Experience in the Greco-Roman World
Varieties of religious experience as reflected in the literature, art, and cultic practices of the Hellenistic world.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
60070R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Sheila Briggs
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SLL 110g:
Russia in the Modern Era
Key moments in the development of Russian culture since its westernization in the early eighteenth century to the present day. Focus on works of literature, art and other products of the culture that have significantly influenced Russian self-understanding as well as the ways in which Russians perceive the rest of the world.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
60200R
3:30-5:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Peter Winsky
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SLL 344g:
Tolstoy: Writer and Moralist
Tolstoy's major works in the context of his ethical views.Readings and lectures in English.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
60234D
12:00-1:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Peter Winsky
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 155mg:
Immigrant America
Examination of the immigrant experience in the United States. Comparative analysis of social context of migration, formation of immigrant communities, and social integration of immigrants.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
61420R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Jody Agius Vallejo
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 200mg:
Introduction to Sociology
Basic concepts of sociology with special reference to group life,social institutions, and social processes.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
61460R
TBA
TBA
Discussion
null
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 210g:
Science, Technology, and Social Conflict
Science and technology change society and how we understand ourselves. In turn, social struggles influence science. We will explore the interplay between these forces.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
61445R
3:30-4:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Dan Lainer-Vos
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 235g:
Migration, Law and Society
Migration policies worldwide are negotiated by different stakeholders and create different contexts of reception that differently impact the everyday lives and livelihoods of migrants.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
61521R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Deisy Del Real
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 242g:
Sociology, Demography and Health
Sociological and demographic concepts focusing on the causes of disease, health and wellness. Empirical analysis of population composition and its connection to health.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (BISC 120 or BISC 121 or BISC 220 or BISC 221)
Not available
61539D
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Juliana Mc Gene
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 250mgw:
Grassroots Participation in Global Perspective
Theory and history behind the ideal of "the local, grassroots volunteer": a direct link between theory and research using Los Angeles as a case study.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
61465R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Hajar Yazdiha
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 270g:
Sociological Theory
Historical and contemporary approaches to sociological theory; analysis of conceptual frameworks applied to the study of society and social interaction.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: SOCI 200
Not available
61508R
2:00-3:20pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Robert Werth
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SOCI 314Lg:
Analyzing Social Statistics
Sociological measurement, univariate description, elementary correlation, introduction to statistical inference.
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: SOCI 200
Not available
61485R
8:30-9:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture-Lab
Tim Biblarz
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SPAN 380g:
Literature of Mexico
Principal writers and their works from Colonial times to the present. Non-majors may write assignments in English. Recommended preparation: advanced comprehension of oral and written Spanish.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
62270D
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Samuel Steinberg
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SSCI 135g:
Maps in the Digital World
The role of formal reasoning, abstract representation and empirical analysis in building maps for sharing knowledge across the physical, life and social sciences and humanities.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
35619R
10:00-11:20am
MWF
Lecture
Katherine Lester
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SSCI 165Lgw:
Sustainability Science in the City
The influence of sustainability science on public policy and vice versa in the context of social/ethical theories, analytical methods and solutions.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
35628R
11:00-11:50am
MWF
Lecture
Robert Vos
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SSCI 214g:
Human Populations and Natural Hazards
Introduction to the complex relationship between human development and natural hazards, which are increasingly causing damage and displacement to human populations throughout the world.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
35635R
9:30-10:50am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Diana Ter-Ghazaryan
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SSCI 265Lg:
The Water Planet
An exploration of earth's water, ranging from water properties, chemistry, and pollution, to groundwater dynamics, watershed processes, and oceanic-atmospheric circulation. Implications for past and future societies. Lecture and laboratory.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
35637R
12:30-1:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Bita Minaravesh
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SWMS 212gp:
Introduction to Gender and Sexuality: American Perspectives
Examination of how gender and sexuality have been constructed, experienced and legislated.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
34902R
3:30-4:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Eli Dunn
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SWMS 219gp:
Introduction to Feminist Theory
Emergence of feminist thought from the Enlightenment to the present; historical development of female subjectivity; advancement of womens rights; feminisms from alternative ideological perspectives.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
34912R
11:00-12:20pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Diana Blaine
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SWMS 221g:
Introduction to Queer Theory
Genealogies of queer theory, from psychoanalytic theories to feminism and post-structuralism; evolving concepts of gender; relation to social justice, resistance and power.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
34915R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Atia Sattar
DCL
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/DCL/
SWMS 227gp:
Death and Gender in Urban Contexts
Experiential course examining how beliefs about mortality are produced by history, gender, culture, and context; how the handling of death shapes urban society.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
34918D
TBA
MTuWThF
Lecture
Diana Blaine
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 200:
Gerontology: The Science of Adult Development
Introduction to adult development through the lifespan; biological, psychological, and social processes; gerontology as a career for the future.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36200R
TBA
TBA
Lecture
John Walsh,Julia Walsh
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 301:
Current Topics in Geroscience Research
Advanced training in reading primary research articles on current topics related to the science of aging and longevity.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36201R
12:00-12:50pm
Monday
Lecture
Sean Curran
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 315g:
A Journey into the Mind
Introduction to the brain and mind. A unique multimedia approach to stress how knowledge about the mind is gained from scientific and clinical investigations.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36210R
11:00-1:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
John Walsh,Tara Mastro
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 320g:
Psychology of Adult Development
How psychologists study thinking, memory, emotions, personality, and behavior, and how people change in these throughout adulthood to old age.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36213D
2:00-3:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Deborah Fui-Yuen Hoe
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 321:
Introduction to Psychology and Aging
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.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36221D
2:00-3:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Deborah Fui-Yuen Hoe
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 340:
Policy, Values, and Power in an Aging Society
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.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36230R
10:00-11:40am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Aaron Hagedorn
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 380m:
Diversity in Aging
Exploring diversity in the older population and variability in the human aging process.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36242R
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Tameka Brown,Julie Bates
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 411L:
Physiology, Nutrition, and Aging
Explores nutritional needs and the physiological, psychological, and sociological relationships to nutrition. Laboratory experiments in assessment and evaluation.
(2.0-4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36245R
4:00-5:40pm
Tuesday
Lecture-Lab
Carin Kreutzer
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 412L:
Exercise and Aging: Principles and Programs
Physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of exercise. Laboratory involvement in assessment and evaluation of fitness.
(2.0-4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36212R
10:00-12:50pm
Monday
Lecture-Lab
Constanza Cortes
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 414:
Neurobiology of Aging
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.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36250R
2:00-3:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
John Walsh,Tara Mastro
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 415:
Neuroaffective Disorders of Aging
Methods of studying, evaluating, and treating cognitive, psychiatric, and behavioral problems associated with medical conditions of old age.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36215R
9:00-11:50am
Thursday
Lecture
Teal Eich
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 416:
Health Issues in Adulthood
Physiological, psychological, and social health problems of adults as they are impacted by health choices throughout life.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36255R
11:00-12:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Roberto Vicinanza,Raffaella Ghittoni
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 435m:
Women and Aging: Psychological, Social, and Political Implications
Problems and resources of the middle-aged and older woman in a changing society; including discrimination, stereotypes, employment, social interaction, etc.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36235R
9:00-10:40am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Gillian Fennell
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 437:
Social and Psychological Aspects of Death and Dying
Introduction and critical survey of the current issues, concepts, and research of the social and psychological aspects of death and dying.
(2.0-4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36260R
9:00-10:40am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Susan Enguidanos
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 440:
Biodemography of Aging
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
(4.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (BISC 120 or BISC 121)
Not available
36265R
3:00-5:50pm
Thursday
Lecture
Tara Mastro
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 461:
Seminar in Molecular and Computational Biology
Topical seminar in molecular and computational biology. Junior, senior or graduate standing.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior, Master Student, Doctoral Student
13464D
4:00-5:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Lin Chen
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 481:
Case Management for Older Adults
Overview of the concepts, characteristics, skills, and clinical issues of case management in a variety of settings serving older persons.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36275R
1:00-3:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Min-Kyoung Rhee
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 484:
Food History, Culture and Society
Examines historical, cultural, economic, social and wellness roles of food in society and introduces dietary practices that support healthy aging and longevity.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36284R
8:30-11:20am
Friday
Lecture
Carin Kreutzer
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 489:
Finding the Key to a Long, Happy Life in Nicoya, Costa Rica
Immersion into lifestyles shown to improve quality of life and extend lifespan by studying populations in "Blue Zone" communities throughout the world.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36289D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
John Walsh
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 490x:
Directed Research
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
36280D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
null
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 491:
Practicum
Supervised experience in one or more community agencies. Graded CR/NC.
(2.0-8.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
36282D
1:00-3:50pm
Thursday
Lecture
Aaron Hagedorn
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 492:
Senior Seminar
An in-depth integration of major research and professional themes in the study of human development and aging.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36272R
2:00-3:40pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Aaron Hagedorn
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 493:
Longevity and Death among Ancient and Modern European Populations
The discoveries of ancient humans and bodies that have been preserved illuminate the connection between diet, health, and disease.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36283D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Susan Enguidanos
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 494:
Emotion-Cognition Interactions and Aging
Covers the paradox of emotion in aging, as well as how stress and emotion influence cognition and the brain across the lifespan.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36294R
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Mara Mather
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 495:
Practicum in Geriatric Care
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.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
36290D
2:00-4:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Roberto Vicinanza
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 497a:
Honors Seminar
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.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Gerontology
36297D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Tara Mastro
GERO
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/GERO/
GERO 497b:
Honors Seminar
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.
(2.0 units)
Prerequisite: GERO 497A
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Gerontology
36293D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Tara Mastro