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Population Health Sciences Research Design and Study Methods I

Population Health Sciences A&S - Arts and Sciences

Subject

POPHS

Catalog Number

707

Title

Population Health Sciences Research Design and Study Methods I

Course Description

This is the first in a two-course sequence that gives students a strong foundation in population health research methods. The course introduces critical concepts in research methods, including varying types of validity, reliability, and causal inference. Topics include sampling and interpretation of probability and nonprobability sampling; an introduction to measurement theory; threats to internal validity; experimental designs; and quasi-experimental designs.

Grading Basis

Graded

Consent (Permission Number)

No Special Consent Required

Min Units

3

Max Units

3

Value

0

Course Count

1

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