Biosurveillance. 3 credits

Catalog description

Provides an understanding of the capabilities required to provide reliable early warning of disease outbreaks and identify their etiological agents. Assesses strengths and limitations of physicians, laboratories, epidemiologists, aerosol sensors, and syndromic surveillance systems. Considers challenges posed by the integration and analysis of the information collected by these sources. Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May not be repeated for credit.