Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health
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Course Summary
This course explores the principles and methods of epidemiology, including the study of the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to design and conduct epidemiological studies
- Understand the basic principles of epidemiology
- Explore the application of epidemiology to public health policy and practice
Related Topics for further study
- Epidemiological study design
- Disease distribution
- Public health policy
- Health determinants
- Statistical analysis
Learning Outcomes
- Design and conduct epidemiological studies
- Analyze and interpret epidemiological data
- Apply epidemiological principles to public health policy and practice
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of statistics
- Familiarity with public health concepts
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Social Epidemiology
- Introduction to Biostatistics
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Anthony Fauci
- Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Related Books
Description
Often called “the cornerstone” of public health, epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of diseases, health conditions, or events among populations and the application of that study to control health problems. By applying the concepts learned in this course to current public health problems and issues, students will understand the practice of epidemiology as it relates to real life and makes for a better appreciation of public health programs and policies. This course explores public health issues like cardiovascular and infectious diseases – both locally and globally – through the lens of epidemiology.
Outline
- Course Introduction, History of Epidemiology and Epidemiology Research
- Welcome
- Introduction and History of Epidemiology
- Pioneers of Epidemiology (History continued)
- Examples of Research Areas Using Epidemiology
- Definitions
- Person, Place, Time and Population Perspective
- Module 1 Quiz
- Understanding Measures of Disease Frequency
- Introduction to Measures of Disease Frequency
- Prevalent vs Incident Cases
- Prevalence
- Risks
- Rates
- Odds
- Additional Resources
- Module 2 Quiz
- Study Designs
- Experimental Study Design Part 1
- Experimental Study Design Part 2
- Experimental Study Design Part 3
- Cohort Study Design
- Case Control Study Design
- Cross-Sectional Studies
- Ecologic Studies
- Additional Resources
- Module 3 Quiz
- Measures of Association
- Measures of Association
- Odds Ratio
- Interpreting Measures of Association
- Confidence Intervals
- Confidence Interval Example
- Additional Resources
- Module 4 Quiz
- Causality
- Introduction to Causality
- Bradford Hill Criteria
- Additional Resources
- Module 5 Quiz
- Course Conclusion
- Conclusion
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews of Coursera's Epidemiology course. Users rate this course highly and appreciate the depth of knowledge provided. Many found the course content to be comprehensive and useful.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course provides a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of epidemiology.Pros from User Reviews
- Course content is informative and comprehensive
- Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
- Flexible learning options available
- Great for self-paced learning
- Assignments and quizzes are challenging and helpful
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too challenging
- Not suitable for beginners or those with little background in epidemiology
- Some users found the pace to be too slow
- Not enough practical application of concepts
- Some users found the discussion forums to be unhelpful
Dr. Karin Yeatts
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