HLTH 345
Principles of Epidemiology
Public Health
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Applying analytical tools to study acute and chronic disease to facilitate investigation and control of epidemics.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Recommended
Stat 121
Title
Theories of Disease Causation
Learning Outcome
Students will describe the theories of disease causation and apply these models to a variety of health conditions.
Title
Study Designs
Learning Outcome
Students will describe the major epidemiology study designs, their strengths and weaknesses and demonstrate understanding of conditions under which each study design is preferred. Students will apply this knowledge to a variety of health conditions.
Title
Measures of Disease Frequency
Learning Outcome
Students will define "measures of disease frequency" and identify common measures in epidemiology (incidence, prevalence & other health indicators). Students will demonstrate when each measure is appropriate, identify the correct equation, calculate and interpret the results
Title
Disease Distribution
Learning Outcome
Students will use measures of disease frequency to describe the pattern and distribution of disease.
Title
Measures of Association
Learning Outcome
Students will define "measures of association" and describe their purpose. Students will identify the most common measures of association (relative & absolute) in epidemiology, explain when each measure is appropriate, identify their formulas, calculate and interpret the results of each measure.
Title
Threats to Study Validity
Learning Outcome
Students will identify and define "Threats to Study Validity" (random error, bias, confounding, etc.). Students will evaluate epidemiologic research (conceptually and using basic analysis) for possible threats to study validity. Students will describe and perform strategies for testing and controlling for threats to study validity.
