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Epid 8230 – Observational Study Design And Analysis, Kelly L. Sullivan
Epid 8230 – Observational Study Design And Analysis, Kelly L. Sullivan
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will focus on the design and conduct of observational research designs including cohort, case-control and cross-sectional approaches. This course will provide instruction related to issues specific to observational research approaches. Students will develop and present detailed study plans for each research approach.
Chbe 9335 A – Global Health And Preparedness, Andrew Hansen
Chbe 9335 A – Global Health And Preparedness, Andrew Hansen
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will focus on global public health and preparedness for domestic and global emergencies. Students will explore patterns of health and disease around the world, and compare them to public health issues in the United States. An ecological framework will be employed to illustrate the complex political, social, economic, and environmental determinants of global health inequity. Concepts from the social sciences, epidemiology, health systems, and policymaking will be incorporated. The course will emphasize issues related to humanitarian emergencies and natural disasters both globally and domestically, and the need to build public health infrastructure and preparedness to mitigate them.
Phld 9231 – Health Informatics & Decision Making, Gulzar H. Shah
Phld 9231 – Health Informatics & Decision Making, Gulzar H. Shah
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of managing information as an asset in public health and healthcare delivery contexts. Emphasis will be placed on converting data into information and converting information into decision support models.
Epid 8130 – Field Methods In Epidemiology, Kelly L. Sullivan
Epid 8130 – Field Methods In Epidemiology, Kelly L. Sullivan
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course addresses practical aspects of management and implementation of research studies and will focus on the conduct of research consistent with the scientific method. Topics include planning study activities, questionnaire design and implementation, and operations research.
Pubh 8136: Theoretical Perspectives Of The Social And Behavioral Sciences In Public Health, Stacy W. Smallwood
Pubh 8136: Theoretical Perspectives Of The Social And Behavioral Sciences In Public Health, Stacy W. Smallwood
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will explore social and behavioral science theories, models, and approaches that inform public health research and practice, as well as their philosophical foundations. With emphasis on an ecological perspective, students will apply relevant theories to understanding community health issues and to developing interventions. The course also examines social and behavioral determinants of health equity across the ecological spectrum. In this course, students will gain an enhanced understanding of the contributions of the social and behavioral sciences to public health.
Bios 9131 – Advanced Statistical Theory For Biostatistics I, Hani Samawi
Bios 9131 – Advanced Statistical Theory For Biostatistics I, Hani Samawi
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course provides an advanced study of theoretical statistics. Topics include: an introduction probability and sample space, conditional probability and Bayes Theorem, probability distribution of a random variable, discrete and continuous random variables, functions of random variables, moments and moment generating functions, order statistics and their distributions, discrete distributions, continuous distributions, bivariate and multivariate normal distribution, modes of convergence, limiting moment generating functions, and the central limit theorems. 3 hours
Pubh 8134 - Health Economics, Policy, And The Political Process, Samuel T. Opoku
Pubh 8134 - Health Economics, Policy, And The Political Process, Samuel T. Opoku
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
Foundational economics and specific health economics theory, trends, market issues and applications are presented to include health insurance and payment theory, processes and applications. Evolutions of health policy, considering past current and future major legislation and executive directives, are explored within the political process.
Pubh 7140 – Applied Statistical Methods In Public Health, Haresh Rochani
Pubh 7140 – Applied Statistical Methods In Public Health, Haresh Rochani
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will provide broad overview of statistical methods and commonly used software to analyze the public health data, emphasizing interpretations and concepts. It will focus on developing the ability to read the scientific literature to critically evaluate study designs and methods for secondary data analysis. It also will introduce students about the commonly used statistical software package SPSS to manipulate data and prepare them for remaining course work for their concentration. Students will use statistical software (SPSS) to analyze data originating from various survey designs, including data from experimental designs. Emphasis will be placed on the development of critical …
Phld 9130 – Public Health Research Methods, Yelena Tarasenko
Phld 9130 – Public Health Research Methods, Yelena Tarasenko
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
The course focuses on the concepts and methods of health services and public health research. It is structured around the primary stages of research proposal development. It is designed for DrPH students in the JPH College of Public Health and other graduate or professional students who have successfully completed the appropriate prerequisites. By the completion of this course, students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to write a research proposal, plan for the dissertation, and develop and carry-out research projects.
Hspm 8233: Quantitative Research And Evaluation Methods, Bettye Apenteng
Hspm 8233: Quantitative Research And Evaluation Methods, Bettye Apenteng
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course introduces students to the fundamentals and practical application of quantitative methodologies for answering policy and policy-relevant health services research questions. It discusses foundational concepts related to study conceptualization, study design, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting. Topics covered in this course include foundations of health services and policy research, research design, sampling, measurement, univariate and bivariate analysis, regression, multilevel analysis, panel data analysis, exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling. Hands-on application of research methods is integrated throughout the course through the use of a statistical software application and real-world data.
Bios 9135– Advanced Survival Analysis, Lili Yu
Bios 9135– Advanced Survival Analysis, Lili Yu
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will be placed on the theory on survival data. Counting processes and martingale method will be introduced. Emphasis will be place on the applications of the theory on the methodologies for survival data, such as Kaplan-Meier estimate, log-rank test, Cox model, etc. The students will learn how to use R language to setup survival dataset and perform analysis.
Bios 9136 - General And Generalized Linear Models, Jingjing Yin
Bios 9136 - General And Generalized Linear Models, Jingjing Yin
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course provides students with the theories of the classical linear model and the general linear model for continuous outcome and linear relations, then the Generalized Linear Model for nonlinear relations and discrete outcomes. The first half of the course includes theories of the linear regression model with the matrix algebra and multivariate normal distribution, then to the analysis of quadratic forms and the study of the General Linear Model. The second half of the course begins with an introduction of the components of a Generalized Linear Model and methods of fitting these models. It also covers the most widely …
Pubh 9235 - Communication And Advocacy, Tilicia Mayo-Gamble
Pubh 9235 - Communication And Advocacy, Tilicia Mayo-Gamble
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will provide students with the ability to evaluate the history and current applications of health communication theory and strategies to public health practice and research. Emphasis is placed on use of health communication theory and strategies designed to create change across the ecological spectrum, from individual to policy levels. Students will gain the skills to structure, develop, implement and evaluate social marketing, media advocacy, risk communication and advocacy efforts for policy change. In addition, ability to lead systematic qualitative and mixed method data collection processes involving interviewing skills, participant observation and focus group development will be developed. Emphasis …
Pubh 9231 – Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Jian Zhang
Pubh 9231 – Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Jian Zhang
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course is designed to introduce the student to the ever-expanding area of chronic disease epidemiology. Students will be introduced to the current status of chronic disease and control programs, methods used in chronic disease surveillance, intervention methods, and modifiable risk factors. Some of the major chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic lung disease, diabetes and arthritis will be discussed in detail. Pathophysiology and clinical features of common chronic conditions will also be presented.
Pubh 7132 – Scientific Basis Of Public Health, Haresh Rochani Dr.
Pubh 7132 – Scientific Basis Of Public Health, Haresh Rochani Dr.
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course explores the scientific basis of 21st century disease processes including a survey of the origins, natural history, factors influencing individual and community risk. Clinical symptoms of diseases impacting humans, both acute and chronic, as well as epidemiologic trends will be also be discussed. Students will obtain an understanding of scientific mechanisms associated with the disease processes with particular focus on using this information in health-related professions and public health decision-making. As such, emphasis will be placed on the understanding and application of proposing community-based solutions designed to break the cycle of disease.
Bios 9231: Bayesian Statistics I, Jing Kersey
Bios 9231: Bayesian Statistics I, Jing Kersey
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course provides the student with an introduction Bayesian analysis and compares Bayesian methods to that of frequentists. The course includes selection of prior distributions, computing posterior distributions, and conjugate models such as the Beta-Binomial, Normal-Normal, and Gamma-Poisson models. Bayesian inference using point and interval estimation, Bayesian hierarchical models, and exchangeability will be explored. Topics including Empirical Bayes versus a fully Bayes approach, Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods and model checking using Bayes factors and sensitivity analyses will be included. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "B" in BIOS 9131, or permission from instructor.
Bios 9135– Advanced Survival Analysis, Lili Yu
Bios 9135– Advanced Survival Analysis, Lili Yu
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will be placed on the theory on survival data. Counting processes and martingale method will be introduced. Emphasis will be place on the applications of the theory on the methodologies for survival data, such as Kaplan-Meier estimate, log-rank test, Cox model, etc. The students will learn how to use R language to setup survival dataset and perform analysis.
Chbe 9335 A – Global Health And Preparedness, Andrew Hansen
Chbe 9335 A – Global Health And Preparedness, Andrew Hansen
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will focus on global public health and preparedness for domestic and global emergencies. Students will explore patterns of health and disease around the world, and compare them to public health issues in the United States. An ecological framework will be employed to illustrate the complex political, social, economic, and environmental determinants of global health inequity. Concepts from the social sciences, epidemiology, health systems, and policymaking will be incorporated. The course will emphasize issues related to humanitarian emergencies and natural disasters both globally and domestically, and the need to build public health infrastructure and preparedness to mitigate them.
Epid 9132 – Epidemiology Of Infectious Diseases Transmitted Via Bodily Fluids (Aka “Infectious Disease 2” Listed In Folio), (Isaac) Chun Hai Fung
Epid 9132 – Epidemiology Of Infectious Diseases Transmitted Via Bodily Fluids (Aka “Infectious Disease 2” Listed In Folio), (Isaac) Chun Hai Fung
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course covers advanced topics in epidemiology of infectious diseases transmitted via bodily fluids, primarily sexually transmitted infections and bloodborne infections. Important themes may include outbreak preparedness and response, surveillance, and interventions that prevent and control transmissions. Computational, mathematical and statistical tools relevant to the practice of infectious disease epidemiology will be introduced.
Bios 9231: Bayesian Statistics I, Xinyan Zhang
Bios 9231: Bayesian Statistics I, Xinyan Zhang
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course provides the student with an introduction Bayesian analysis and compares Bayesian methods to that of frequentists. The course includes selection of prior distributions, computing posterior distributions, and conjugate models such as the Beta-Binomial, Normal-Normal, and Gamma-Poisson models. Bayesian inference using point and interval estimation, Bayesian hierarchical models, and exchangeability will be explored. Topics including Empirical Bayes versus a fully Bayes approach, Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods and model checking using Bayes factors and sensitivity analyses will be included. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of "B" in BIOS 9131, or permission from instructor.
Bios 9130—Research Seminar In Biostatistics, Robert Vogel
Bios 9130—Research Seminar In Biostatistics, Robert Vogel
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course is designed to provide the student with the current best practices in biostatistical consulting. Topics include: Identifying and constructing appropriate questions to ask clients regarding their consultation request, an overview of appropriate statistical methods and SAS software procedures to use for specific study designs and statistical analysis of collected data, directing a consultation appointment without faculty lead, conducting exploratory data analyses, conducting effective analyses based on appropriate statistical methods, conducting needed simulation (including Monte Carlo methods and Bootstrap methods) and providing oral and written communication of statistical findings. 3 credit houses
Phld 9231 – Health Informatics & Decision Making, Gulzar H. Shah, Kristie Cason Waterfield
Phld 9231 – Health Informatics & Decision Making, Gulzar H. Shah, Kristie Cason Waterfield
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts of managing information as an asset in public health and healthcare delivery contexts. Emphasis will be placed on converting data into information and converting information into decision support models.
Pubh 9231 – Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Jian Zhang
Pubh 9231 – Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Jian Zhang
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course is designed to introduce the student to the ever-expanding area of chronic disease epidemiology. Students will be introduced to the current status of chronic disease and control programs, methods used in chronic disease surveillance, intervention methods, and modifiable risk factors. Some of the major chronic diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic lung disease, diabetes and arthritis will be discussed in detail. Pathophysiology and clinical features of common chronic conditions will also be presented.
Epid 8230 – Observational Study Design And Analysis, Kelly L. Sullivan
Epid 8230 – Observational Study Design And Analysis, Kelly L. Sullivan
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will focus on the design and conduct of observational research designs including cohort, case-control and cross-sectional approaches. This course will provide instruction related to issues specific to observational research approaches. Students will develop and present detailed study plans for each research approach.
Epid 8130 – Field Methods In Epidemiology, Kelly L. Sullivan
Epid 8130 – Field Methods In Epidemiology, Kelly L. Sullivan
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course addresses practical aspects of management and implementation of research studies and will focus on the conduct of research consistent with the scientific method. Topics include planning study activities, questionnaire design and implementation, and operations research.
Bios 9131 – Advanced Statistical Theory For Biostatistics I, Hani M. Samawi
Bios 9131 – Advanced Statistical Theory For Biostatistics I, Hani M. Samawi
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course provides an advanced study of theoretical statistics. Topics include: an introduction probability and sample space, conditional probability and Bayes Theorem, probability distribution of a random variable, discrete and continuous random variables, functions of random variables, moments and moment generating functions, order statistics and their distributions, discrete distributions, continuous distributions, bivariate and multivariate normal distribution, modes of convergence, limiting moment generating functions, and the central limit theorems. 3 hours
Pubh 9235- Communication And Advocacy, Tilicia Mayo-Gamble
Pubh 9235- Communication And Advocacy, Tilicia Mayo-Gamble
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will provide students with the ability to evaluate the history and current applications of health communication theory and strategies to public health practice and research. Emphasis is placed on use of health communication theory and strategies designed to create change across the ecological spectrum, from individual to policy levels. Students will gain the skills to structure, develop, implement and evaluate social marketing, media advocacy, risk communication and advocacy efforts for policy change. In addition, ability to lead systematic qualitative and mixed method data collection processes involving interviewing skills, participant observation and focus group development will be developed. Emphasis …
Pubh 8136: Theoretical Perspectives Of The Social And Behavioral Sciences In Public Health, Stacy W. Smallwood
Pubh 8136: Theoretical Perspectives Of The Social And Behavioral Sciences In Public Health, Stacy W. Smallwood
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course will explore social and behavioral science theories, models, and approaches that inform public health research and practice, as well as their philosophical foundations. With emphasis on an ecological perspective, students will apply relevant theories to understanding community health issues and to developing interventions. The course also examines social and behavioral determinants of health equity across the ecological spectrum. In this course, students will gain an enhanced understanding of the contributions of the social and behavioral sciences to public health.
Pubh 8134 Health Economics, Policy And The Political Process, Samuel T. Opoku
Pubh 8134 Health Economics, Policy And The Political Process, Samuel T. Opoku
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
Foundational economics and specific health economics theory, trends, market issues and applications are presented to include health insurance and payment theory, processes and applications. Evolutions of health policy, considering past current and future major legislation and executive directives, are explored within the political process.
Pubh 7132 – Scientific Basis Of Public Health, Haresh Rochani Dr.
Pubh 7132 – Scientific Basis Of Public Health, Haresh Rochani Dr.
Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health Syllabi
This course explores the scientific basis of 21st century disease processes including a survey of the origins, natural history, factors influencing individual and community risk. Clinical symptoms of diseases impacting humans, both acute and chronic, as well as epidemiologic trends will be also be discussed. Students will obtain an understanding of scientific mechanisms associated with the disease processes with particular focus on using this information in health-related professions and public health decision-making. As such, emphasis will be placed on the understanding and application of proposing community-based solutions designed to break the cycle of disease.