Dec 14, 2024  
2014-2015 Graduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Graduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

UHHS 740 - Data Analysis in the Health Sciences


Advanced quantitative methods in health sciences including statistical analysis of health indicators, vital statistics, population and demographic variables, and other data important to the practice of health sciences. Introduces and applies the biostatistics tools and analytical base for population-based and community health assessment and evaluation. Focus on providing a broad understanding of biostatistics, with more advanced methods included as appropriate. Combines data collection, design of data gathering instruments, data analysis, and report writing into a practical method of understanding the role of biostatistics in the field of health sciences.

Prerequisites & Notes
PRQ: PHHE 605, or STAT 573 and STAT 573A; or consent of school.

Credits: 3