Introduction to Biostatistics

3 units

This course introduces the basic principles and methods of biostatistics, providing a sound methodological foundation for applications in health care, medicine, public health, and epidemiology. Basic statistics, including probability, descriptive statistics, inference for means and proportions, and regression methods are presented. Coursework and assignments are designed to provide regular feedback, require repetition of core techniques necessary for mastery of statistical thinking and analysis, challenge students to tackle both straightforward and difficult applications of descriptive and analytic statistics to practical public health problems, and incorporate statistical tools and results into oral and written presentation, emphasizing proper use of language and effective communication.