BIOS 5342 Epidemiology 1

This course will study the distribution and determinants of health in populations and application of this study to improve health outcomes.  By the end of the course, the student will be able to define the content, uses, and significance of epidemiology as a means of public health investigation; describe epidemiological approaches to defining and measuring health problems in defined populations; describe the strengths and limitations of epidemiological study designs; explain the contributions of epidemiological approaches to disease prevention, health promotion, and health policy; and describe the role of epidemiological approaches in evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of health care and preventative health services

Cross Listed Courses

This course may be offered independently or cross listed