Introduction to Epidemiology and Research Methodology

Objectives:

Students who successfully complete this course, should be able to correctly:
1. Understand and correctly apply the basic tools of epidemiology and research
2. Identify various research designs, know their uses and limitations
3. Understand the basic principles of sampling and apply that knowledge to everyday investigations
4. Understand the basics of screening, sensitivity and specificity of tests
5. Recognise bias in the design of investigations and try to avoid it
6. Understand the epidemiology of disease clustering and outbreaks and how to investigate them
7. Be aware of the principles of causation
8. Be able to report on their findings professionally, both in writing and orally.