HEP 6020 - Introduction to Biostatistics and Epidemiology

3 credit(s)

This course introduces students to biostatistical and epidemiological principles and concepts with focused emphasis on public health application. It covers techniques most commonly employed to investigate public health issues. Students work with public health data using the statistical package SPSS.

Prerequisite(s): A score of 70% or above on the pre-test (pass test score is good for one year); Students must pass the pretest at least three weeks prior to the course start date

Registration Restriction(s): Admission to Health Education and Promotion Master of Public Health program.

Repeatable for credit: No
Grade Mode: Standard

Course changes effective: Fall 2025