Field Methods in Epidemiology

3.0 credits

This course will provide an overview of the practical applications and interpretations of theoretical epidemiological concepts in the study of the distribution of diseases and their causes in populations. Emphasis will be on the hands-on discussion, interpretation, and communications of epidemiologic findings in the context of basic methods in epidemiologic research, including literature review; study design selection; measurement of disease; selection of relevant variables; development and administration of questionnaires; and quantitative data analysis. This is a hybrid course that meets during the scheduled class time.