The course covers analytical processes used to explore health problems, the identification of factors associated with them, and the development and evaluation of interventions. Topics include the scientific method and problem-solving processes, social science measurement, and several specific methods of research. This follow-up course to PPAS 701 offers practical experience in conducting a research project. Students, as a group, select a research question, formulate hypotheses and a research design, and conduct data gathering and analysis under the guidance of the instructor. The course offers techniques to medical and health researchers who wish to assess the use, effectiveness, and safety of marketed drug therapies.
Students work with faculty members in research or problem areas.
Direct experience of collection, organization, and analysis of data is the goal. This weekly seminar includes graduate students, department faculty members, and participants outside the department. Students may repeat the course. A permission slip from the program director or instructor is necessary to enroll in this course.