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223.803.01
Global Disease Epidemiology and Control Program Seminar 3

Location
East Baltimore
Term
3rd Term
Department
International Health
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
In-person
Class Time(s)
Monday, 12:00 - 1:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

223.802

Description
Explores a variety of tools and methods applied by GDEC faculty to conduct public health research with a focus on hands-on skills building. Includes topics: communication and data visualization strategies; and considerations for research projects which involve human subjects.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Choose appropriate tools and methods for data visualization in order to share data with diverse audiences
  2. Explain important issues and considerations for research studies involving human subjects and oversight by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs)
  3. Develop data skills needed for public health practice, including problem-solving, analytic thinking, visualization, communication, and collaboration
  4. Analyze large-scale data from low-and-middle income settings or from global health agencies to illustrate and interpret a public health priority
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 30% Participation
  • 30% Homework
  • 40% Project(s)
Enrollment Restriction
Limited to GDEC MSPH students