Advanced Methods in Epidemiology II

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Pre -requisites: EPID 6523 or equivalent, BIOE 8005 or equivalent. Through interactive lectures, group discussions, and case studies analysis, students will apply the epidemiological principles and methods in the study of health -related events. The epidemiological method will be applied for planning and evaluation of health services and public policy, with special emphasis on risk assessment and risk management. Topics include the phases of research and the need to obtain valid and precise exposure measurements to different agents associated with the disease process. The course will also include the available techniques to minimize errors. The types of epidemiological studies used to quantify the magnitude of the relation between the exposure and disease occurrence will be presented, emphasizing the advantages and disadvantages of each study design. The use and limitations of surveillance systems and national surveys in assessing, monitoring and evaluating policies and programs will also be presented. EVAL 6511 - Introductory Proposal Seminar. One (1) credit.