BIOL1620-A Introduction To Epidemiology (Spring 2024)
Course Details
Section will be taught totally online with no scheduled class meetings. Students must arrange for daily access to a computer and the Internet prior to the start of classes. Robert Morris labs are to be used only as a backup in special situations and may not be relied upon for extended periods of time. In addition to the Internet link, online classes have a large emphasis on email. All messages from the instructor and other information regarding online classes, including user ids, passwords, and login instructions will be sent to your Robert Morris University email account. Visit http://rmu.blackboard.com/ for more information.
Session, Dates: 4 (03/09/2024 - 05/03/2024)
Days: ONLINE
Time: -
Location: Internet/Online
Room:
Seats Available: 6 Seats
Credits: 3
Course Description
Epidemiology is the systematic and rigorous study of health and disease in a population. The purpose of this course is to
introduce you to core concepts in epidemiology as a foundation for further learning in the public health field. You will
learn about several aspects of epidemiology and will discover and learn to apply analytical methods to study patterns of
disease and injury. Upon learning concepts of inference, bias and confounding, you will assess epidemiologic association
and causation of disease. You will recognize how to apply these concepts to inform basic and clinical science, as well as
policy. The course requires problem-based learning of epidemiological concepts and methods, so you will be able to use
epidemiology as a scientific tool for addressing the health needs of the community.
Course Materials
About the Instructor(s)
Anthony G. Robins, Ph.D.
robins@rmu.edu
412-397-6482 phone
412-397-6468 fax
John Jay 210
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Associate Professor of Biology
Science
Coordinator, STEM Diversity and Inclusion Initiative
School of Engineering, Mathematics and Science
robins@rmu.edu
412-397-6482 phone
412-397-6468 fax
John Jay 210
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