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Course module: UCSCIEPIL1
UCSCIEPIL1
Epidemiology, an introduction
Course info
Course codeUCSCIEPIL1
EC2.5
Course goals
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
Content

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.
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