This paper discusses a graduate course that focuses on human factors engineering solutions for issues faced by older adults. The course has attracted students from a broad range of disciplines. The course content and format are discussed. Brief examples of student research projects are given. The ongoing challenges of teaching such as specific topic to such a diverse audience are discussed in closing.
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