This course is a study of the principles and methods of epidemiological investigations for human health problems. The incidence and prevalence of both infectious and non-infectious health problems are covered. Emphasis of this course is on student application of the principles of epidemiology. This course reviews traditional and evolving public health concerns related to the physical environment. The course is an application of health education and promotion strategies to the work place.
Emphasis is placed in developing student skills for design of programs in occupational settings.
An overview of existing programs is included. Students will be expected to apply course material to a specific industrial situation. This course is an orientation to research in health education. The emphasis is on developing and interpreting research projects with particular concern for the implications of design, methods and procedures. Students are expected to demonstrate research skills by developing a research proposal and presenting the proposal in a scholarly manner.