HLTH 210
Foundations of Public Health
Public Health
College of Life Sciences
Course Description
Introduction to public health including the public health system and the essential public health services. An overview of the public health major including exploration of careers and graduate school.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Define public health
Learning Outcome
Define public health in terms of its functions, systems, essential services and value.
Title
History of public health
Learning Outcome
Identify prominent events in the history of public health
Title
Ethical public health
Learning Outcome
Describe the 12 principles of ethical public health practice.
Title
Public health system
Learning Outcome
Describe the entities that contribute to the public health system.
Title
Public health services
Learning Outcome
Articulate the 10 essential public health services.
Title
Public health disciplines
Learning Outcome
Describe each of the public health disciplines: environmental/occupational health, epidemiology and health promotion.
Title
Public health careers
Learning Outcome
Know the public health careers available, including opportunities for graduate education.
Title
Scientific articles
Learning Outcome
Know the basic components of a scientific article.
Title
Scientific writing
Learning Outcome
Understand the basics of scientific writing including appropriate citations and reference styles.
