Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health
Learn the fundamentals of epidemiology and its role in public health. Master disease patterns, research methods, and population health analysis.
Learn the fundamentals of epidemiology and its role in public health. Master disease patterns, research methods, and population health analysis.
This comprehensive course explores epidemiology as the cornerstone of public health. Students learn to analyze disease distribution and determinants across populations, understand research methodologies, and apply epidemiological concepts to real-world health challenges. The curriculum covers both local and global health issues, focusing on cardiovascular and infectious diseases through an epidemiological lens. The course provides practical insights into study designs, disease frequency measures, and causal relationships in public health.
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What you'll learn
Understand the core principles of epidemiology
Master measures of disease frequency and association
Learn different types of epidemiological study designs
Analyze and interpret epidemiological data
Evaluate causal relationships in public health
Apply epidemiological methods to real-world health issues
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
3.5 Hours PreRecorded video
5 assignments
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There are 6 modules in this course
The course provides a comprehensive introduction to epidemiology as the fundamental science of public health. Through six modules, students explore the history of epidemiology, measures of disease frequency, various study designs, and concepts of causality. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications through real-world examples and case studies. Topics include experimental and observational study designs, measures of association, confidence intervals, and the Bradford Hill criteria for establishing causation.
Course Introduction, History of Epidemiology and Epidemiology Research
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Understanding Measures of Disease Frequency
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Study Designs
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Measures of Association
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Causality
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Course Conclusion
Module 6 · 2 Minutes to complete
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Instructors
Public Health Education Pioneer and Distance Learning Expert
Dr. Lorraine Alexander serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Director of Interprofessional Education and Practice at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. With over 20 years of experience in distance education, she has pioneered innovative approaches to public health education and workforce development. Her academic credentials include a DrPH and MPH in Biohazard Science from UNC-Chapel Hill and a BS in Microbiology/Public Health from Michigan State University. As Faculty Director of the Online Certificate in Field Epidemiology Graduate Program, she has been instrumental in developing competency-based curriculum and distance learning programs. Her expertise is recognized through memberships in prestigious organizations including Delta Omega Society and Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society. Through her work with the North Carolina Partnership for Excellence in Applied Epidemiology, she bridges academic research with practical public health applications. Her contributions to interprofessional education since 2014 include developing courses and advising the Gillings Interprofessional Student Group
Environmental Epidemiologist and Public Health Educator
Dr. Karin Yeatts serves as Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the UNC School of Public Health, where she combines expertise in environmental health and epidemiology. Her academic journey includes a BA in chemistry from Bowdoin College, an MS in environmental science and engineering from Virginia Tech, an MS in epidemiology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and a PhD in epidemiology from UNC School of Public Health. Her research focuses on two main areas: the health effects of air pollution and asthma epidemiology, collaborating with major organizations including the CDC, EPA, and Environment Agency Abu Dhabi. As lead faculty instructor for several key courses including "Introduction to Epidemiology" and "Methods in Field Epidemiology," she has developed innovative teaching approaches and online training modules for the graduate certificate program in field epidemiology. Her work bridges multiple disciplines through affiliations with the UNC Public Health Leadership program, the Institute of Public Health, and the Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma, and Lung Biology. Through her teaching and research, she continues to advance our understanding of environmental health impacts while training the next generation of epidemiologists.
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