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    May 17, 2024  
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EPID 315 Statistical Research: Data Management & Analysis

5 credits


This course introduces statistical analysis software packages typically encountered in epidemiological research. Students will develop data analysis techniques for dataset analysis for the various software packages.

Prerequisites: MATH 351  

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Conduct basic statistical analysis using software
  • Import data of different types and create a clean dataset​
  • Evaluate correlations between variables of interest​
  • Create data analysis including data visualization specific to epidemiology
  • ​Design an effective presentation of findings

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • Apply statistical and other quantitative analysis tools and techniques to issues in public health
  • Evaluate and analyze data as it relates to health outcomes and prevention, management, and treatment strategies

 
Total Hours: 60 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 40 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20