PUBH 8443 - Infectious Disease Epidemiolgy

(3) This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts in infectious disease epidemiology. Topics include history and major concepts of infectious disease epidemiology, investigating new outbreaks, emerging infectious disease and bioterrorism. Measures for controlling infectious disease, such as surveillance, vaccination, and vector control will be taught. Major infectious diseases will be discussed in some detail, including HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, and Flu. PRE-REQUISITES: PUBH 7150 AND PUBH 7170, OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. PREREQUISITE(S): SPRT 7321, SPRT 7331, or permission of instructor.