An overview of the goals, functions, and methods of public health. After an introduction to the core concepts and tools used in public health research and practice, applications of these methodologies are considered in the context of current controversies/problems in public health. Students work together to develop strategies for prevention and control that take into consideration different points of view, outside research, and impacts on individuals and communities.

An introduction to conceptual and practical tools from epidemiology and biostatistics that are necessary for the study of public health problems. Students learn epidemiologic concepts and methods, and basic statistical concepts and procedures used in public health research through applications, hands-on experience, and interpretations of statistical findings.

An introduction to the statistical software necessary to implement the epidemiology and biostatistics concepts covered in the course EPIB 602, Foundations of Epidemiology and Biostatistics through hands-on exercises.