EPID 455 Service Learning Capstone

5 credits

This course is designed to serve as an epidemiology capstone experience. Students will work with local agencies and health departments engaged in health surveillance and monitoring on projects that may include data analysis and application, using GIS mapping tools and related software, field observations, and community assessment. Students will also participate in a weekly meeting with students in other capstone courses from the other specializations to collaborate and share information and knowledge gained.

Prerequisites: Instructor permission

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

Apply statistical and other quantitative analysis tools and techniques to issues in public health
Demonstrate effective communication and critical-thinking skills required for success within the field of public health
Evaluate and analyze data as it relates to health outcomes and prevention, management, and treatment strategies

Total Hours: 110 Lecture Hours: 20 Practicum or Internship Hours: 90