Introduction to Epidemiology

Topic: 
Epidemiology & Surveillance
Format: 
Online Course
Time: 
2 hours
Level: 
Introductory
University: 
Texas A&M University
PERLC: 
Training and Education Collaborative PERLC

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Description: 

This course will present a background of epidemiology and how it is studied, as well as provide contemporary examples of epidemiological studies from natural and intentionally-induced disasters.

Learning Objectives: 
  • Define epidemiology
  • Describe the difference between personal health care and public health
  • List the basic steps epidemiologists use in studying disease/injury
  • List the areas of epidemiological study
  • Define the two types of epidemiological studies
  • Describe the Epidemiology Intelligence Service (EIS)
  • Describe the techniques used in the epidemiological studies of September 11th and the SARS outbreak
  • List the lessons learned from these studies as they apply to public health
PHEP Capabilities: 
Public Health Surveillance and Epidemiological Investigation