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Epidemiology, an introduction
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 health sciences in general, and epidemiology in particular
3. has insight in the different measures of frequency, association and impact 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 was used
8. is able to apply the correct measures of frequency and association belonging with the different epidemiological study designs
9. understands the meaning of the terms bias and confounding
10. has knowledge on main ethical issues in the conduct and reporting of research involving humans
1. has insight in the basic terminology and principles used in epidemiology
2. has an overview of important historical developments in health sciences in general, and epidemiology in particular
3. has insight in the different measures of frequency, association and impact 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 was used
8. is able to apply the correct measures of frequency and association belonging with the different epidemiological study designs
9. understands the meaning of the terms bias and confounding
10. has knowledge on main ethical issues in the conduct and reporting of research involving humans
Vakinhoudelijk
IThis 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.
Format
- lectures
- (computer) practical
- private-study
Attendance
Due to the short duration and intensive nature of the lab course, 100% attendance is required.
Werkvormen
UCU SCI lab course
Toetsing
participation
Verplicht | Weging 100% | ECTS 2,5
Ingangseisen en voorkennis
Ingangseisen
Er is geen informatie over benodigde voorkennis bekend.
Voorkennis
Any level 1 SCI course
Voertalen
- Engels
Cursusmomenten
Gerelateerde studies
Tentamens
Er is geen tentamenrooster beschikbaar voor deze cursus
Verplicht materiaal
Materiaal | Omschrijving |
---|---|
BOEK | K.J. Rothman, Epidemiology – An Introduction, 2nd edition Oxford University Press ISBN-13: 978-0199754557 ISBN-10: 0199754551 |
Aanbevolen materiaal
Er is geen informatie over de aanbevolen literatuur bekend
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
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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