EPIDEMIOLOGY AND BIOSTATISTICS
PHE5EPB
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides students with an understanding of the role of epidemiology and biostatistics in public health. Students are introduced to the main concepts and methods of epidemiology and biostatistics, sources of population data, and how these are applied to identify and address public health problems. Students will be introduced to statistical software packages and learn how to use these to perform statistical analyses. Students will learn how to interpret the results of key epidemiological and biostatistical tests.
SchoolPsychology and Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMelissa Graham
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Available as ElectiveYes
Learning Activities Students in this subject will undertake a series of topic-based workbooks, practical computer laboratories, individual and group exercises.
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsPHE5HDD OR PHE5EPI OR PHE5IST
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Essential Epidemiology
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorWebb, P., Bain, C. & Page, A
Year2010
Edition/Volume2
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URLhttp://ebookcentral.proquest.com.ez.library.latrobe.edu.au/lib/latrobe/detail.action?docID=605008
Other descriptionN/A
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Essential Medical Statistics
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorKirkwood, B. & Sterne, J.
Year2003
Edition/Volume2
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ISBNN/A
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URLhttps://ebookcentralproquestcom.ez.library.latrobe.edu.au/lib/latrobe/detail.action?docID=624728
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STATA IC Software
Resource TypeOther resource
Resource RequirementPrescribed
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URLhttps://www.stata.com/order/new/edu/gradplans/student-pricing/
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days required
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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City Campus, 2021, LTU Term 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMelissa Graham
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 10 - 16
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 16 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 16
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 16 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 x weekly online multiple choice and short answer questions | Quizzes | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Written assignment and calculations (2,000 words | Assignment | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
On-Line, 2021, LTU Term 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMelissa Graham
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 10 - 16
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays at night from week 10 to week 16 and delivered via video conference.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 16
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 16 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 x weekly online multiple choice and short answer questions | Quizzes | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Written assignment and calculations (2,000 words | Assignment | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
City Campus, 2021, LTU Term 6, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMelissa Graham
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 46 - 51
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 46 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 46 - 51
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 46 to week 51 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 x weekly online multiple choice and short answer questions | Quizzes | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Written assignment and calculations (2,000 words | Assignment | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
On-Line, 2021, LTU Term 6, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMelissa Graham
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 46 - 51
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays at night from week 46 to week 51 and delivered via video conference.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 46 - 51
One 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 46 to week 51 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 x weekly online multiple choice and short answer questions | Quizzes | Individual | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Written assignment and calculations (2,000 words | Assignment | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |