Robert Morris University BIOL1620 Introduction to Epidemiology Fall 2024, Start Date 10/19/24

Epidemiology is the systematic and rigorous study of health and disease in a population. The purpose of this course is to
introduce you to core concepts in epidemiology as a foundation for further learning in the public health field. You will
learn about several aspects of epidemiology and will discover and learn to apply analytical methods to study patterns of
disease and injury. Upon learning concepts of inference, bias and confounding, you will assess epidemiologic association
and causation of disease. You will recognize how to apply these concepts to inform basic and clinical science, as well as
policy. The course requires problem-based learning of epidemiological concepts and methods, so you will be able to use
epidemiology as a scientific tool for addressing the health needs of the community.