Epidemiology, an introduction

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Cursusdoel

At the end of this course, the student:
  1. has insight in the basic terminology and principles used in epidemiology
  2. has an overview of important historical developments in epidemiology
  3. has insight in the different measures of frequency and association that are commonly used in epidemiological research
  4. is able to calculate these measures using simple numerical examples
  5. has insight in the different aspects of epidemiological research (etiologic/ diagnostic/ prognostic/ therapeutic, causal/ descriptive)
  6. has knowledge of the different study designs used in epidemiological research
  7. is able to read and understand (simple) epidemiological scientific papers and recognize, in these papers, which study design and methods were used
  8. is able to establish the quality of literature and has knowledge how to use the tools available and is able apply these tools
  9. is able to apply the correct measures of frequency and association belonging the different epidemiological study designs
  10. understands the meaning of the terms bias and confounding
  11. has knowledge on main ethical issues in the conduct and reporting of research involving humans

Vakinhoudelijk


This course provides insight in the basic terminology and principles used in epidemiology. The course starts with the history and design of epidemiological research and the different measures of frequency and association. Also, the principles of bias and confounding are addressed. Furthermore, the ethical considerations which always play a role in the design and conduct of research, as well as in the discussion, interpretation, and communication of research results will be introduced.
To provide a larger view on epidemiology and address more than one field, several teaching staff will participate in this course.
The practical assignment will entail addressing the quality of literature, to improve knowledge and gain experience on which papers to include in the students own research, now or in the future.

Format
  • lectures
  • working practical
  • group assignment
  • private-study

Toetsing

Participatie
Tentamen
Group assignment


Attendance
Due to the short duration and intensive nature of the lab course, 100% attendance is required.

Werkvormen

UCU SCI lab course

Toetsing

Eindresultaat

Verplicht | Weging 100% | ECTS 2,5

Ingangseisen en voorkennis

Ingangseisen

Er is geen informatie over verplichte ingangseisen bekend.

Voorkennis

Any level 1 SCI course

Voertalen

  • Engels

Cursusmomenten

Gerelateerde studies

Tentamens

Er is geen tentamenrooster beschikbaar voor deze cursus

Verplicht materiaal

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Aanbevolen materiaal

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Opmerkingen

Registration for lab courses closes approx. 3 months prior to start. 3 modules to be taken in 2 consecutive terms

Coördinator

dr. G.S.A.T. van Rossum G.S.A.T.vanRossum@uu.nl

Docenten

K. Luijken k.luijken-2@umcutrecht.nl
dr. M.S. Jurgens- Verhoef MJurgens@umcutrecht.nl

Inschrijving

Let op: deze cursus is niet toegankelijk voor studenten van andere faculteiten, bijvakkers mogen zich dus niet inschrijven.

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