Mar 28, 2024  
2017-2018 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Springfield College Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

HSRS 440 - Principles of Epidemiology


This course is a review of the basis of basic epidemiology concepts and approaches to population health issues in human medicine. The principles and methods of epidemiologic investigation of infectious and noninfectious diseases are examined. The distribution and dynamics of how disease in a population can contribute to an understanding of etiologic factors, modes of transmission, and pathogenesis is explored. The interface between epidemiology and the development of policy is examined.

Prerequisites & Notes
HSRS 130 - Introduction to Public Health  

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Junior or Senior standing.



Credits: 3