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HLTH 323 Epidemiology Units: 3.00
Basic methods involved in researching the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations. Core measurement (rates, standardization, impact, association) and interpretation (bias, confounding, interaction, chance) issues are covered. The course also examines epidemiological approaches to study design including descriptive (cross-sectional and ecological), observational (case-control and cohort), and experimental (randomized controlled trials) approaches.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite ([KNPE 251/3.0 or STAT_Options] and HLTH 252/3.0) or (STAT_Options and registration in a BCHM/LISC Honours Plan).
One-Way Exclusion May not be taken with or after EPID 301/3.0.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the principles and history of epidemiology research to appraise the field of epidemiology.
- Quantify rates and measures used in epidemiology and public health to assess their meaning and practice standard calculations.
- Assess different study designs used in epidemiology research and critique scientific articles to determine strengths and weaknesses of existing studies, identify gaps in the literature and reiterate important study findings.
- Recognize applications of epidemiology research to describe how epidemiology research is used to influence health policy and practice.
- Practice effective communication techniques to show your ability to enhance others understanding of a topic area.
- Act in a manner consistent with academic integrity and professional practice to display scholastic and professional competence.
- Generate novel research questions and develop a research plan in the field of epidemiology to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of literature, epidemiological principles, epidemiology research methods, written communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment.