BIOL1620 - Introduction To Epidemiology

Epidemiology is the systematic and rigorous study of health and disease in a population. The purpose of this course is to introduce you to core concepts in epidemiology as a foundation for further learning in the public health field. You will learn about several aspects of epidemiology and will discover and learn to apply analytical methods to study patterns of disease and injury. Upon learning concepts of inference, bias and confounding, you will assess epidemiologic association and causation of disease. You will recognize how to apply these concepts to inform basic and clinical science, as well as policy. The course requires problem-based learning of epidemiological concepts and methods, so you will be able to use epidemiology as a scientific tool for addressing the health needs of the community.
3 Credits