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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Epidemiology is the foundation science of public health, which studies the patterns and causes of disease in populations. This unit introduces key concepts on how public health research and surveillance is undertaken, evaluated, and used in industry. Students in this unit will learn how to find, review, interpret and use epidemiological literature to support their practice. These skills are designed to support learning in future units.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
The use of statistical software has been incorporated to build practical skills. Authentic assessments are designed to allow students to apply skills developed in the unit to real-world scenarios. The unit comprises weekly lectures and tutorial activities.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Presentation related to epidemiology in the context of the global pandemic | 20% |
| Assignment | Critical analysis of epidemiological literature | 30% |
| Test | End of Semester Test | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Presentation related to epidemiology in the context of the global pandemic | 20% |
| Assignment | Critical analysis of epidemiological literature | 30% |
| Test | End of Semester Test | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Epidemiology is the foundation science of public health, which studies the patterns and causes of disease in populations. This unit introduces key concepts on how public health research and surveillance is undertaken, evaluated, and used in industry. Students in this unit will learn how to find, review, interpret and use epidemiological literature to support their practice. These skills are designed to support learning in future units.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 13 x 3 hour seminar | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECUs LMS as well as additional ECU l
The use of statistical software has been incorporated to build practical skills. Authentic assessments are designed to allow students to apply skills developed in the unit to real-world scenarios. The unit comprises weekly lectures and tutorial activities.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Presentation related to epidemiology in the context of the global pandemic | 20% |
| Assignment | Critical analysis of epidemiological literature | 30% |
| Test | End of Semester Test | 50% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Presentation related to epidemiology in the context of the global pandemic | 20% |
| Assignment | Critical analysis of epidemiological literature | 30% |
| Test | End of Semester Test | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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