HLTH 631Public Health Surveillance

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Health
Subject: Public Health Sciences

When it runs

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course covers the fundamental principles of public health surveillance and monitoring, specifically the systematic collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of health-related data on an ongoing basis to inform public health action. Topics covered include data and systems in Canada and other countries, current techniques, information management and organization, and methods for assessment, evaluation, and program delivery.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
- Enrolled in Master of Health Evaluation (MHE), Master of Health Informatics & Analytics (MHIA), Master of Public Health (MPH), MSc in Public Health Sciences, MSc in Public Health Sciences-Water, PhD in Public Health Sciences, PhD in Public Health Sciences-Aging, Health & Well-Being, or PhD in Public Health Sciences-Water

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

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In 13 terms, Winter 2020 to Winter 2024