PAED 605 - Practical Epidemiology I: From Idea to Identifying Relevant Study Cohort Data

★ 3 (fi 6)(FIRST, 3-0-0)

This half-year course provides a practical approach to clinical epidemiology with a focus on the cohort study design. Students will develop a hypothesis (ideally related to their area of study) and identify cohort data to help them answer their hypothesis. Topics include developing a research question, ethical considerations, accessing cohort data, data collection (Redcap). Prerequisites: SPH 519 or equivalent which can be done concurrently in first term, or permission of the instructor.