HSCI 3100 A (CRN: 12716)
Health Sciences: Epi, Pub Hlth & Emerg Disease (A)
3 credit hours
About HSCI 3100 A
Explores the role of epidemiology in public health, focusing on current and emerging diseases and the principles, concepts, and methods of population-based epidemiology - the study of patterns and determinants of disease in populations. Topics will include measuring disease frequency, rates and proportions, application of epidemiologic study design and disease investigation. Prerequisite: HSCI 2200.
Notes
Prerequisite enforced by the system: HSCI 2200 or instructor permission; Open to Degree and PACE students
Section Description
This course will explore the role of epidemiology in public health, with a focus on current and emerging diseases and threats to public health. Disease patterns will be investigated through an examination of the impact of racism, economic disparity, ecological change, human behavior, demographics, international trade and travel and the application of advancements in science and technology. The analytical approach to determining disease emergence, spread and detection will be emphasized. Students can expect to participate in a simulated outbreak investigation and explore career paths in emerging disease epidemiology.
Section Expectation
This course combines lectures, group work, and case studies. Class attendance and participation is mandatory.
Evaluation
Grades are based on attendance and participation, weekly assignments, a midterm exam, and a final project.
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