CH&EP 190.3
Northern Health Issues
Prerequisite(s): Biology 30.

CH&EP 390.3
Research Methodology in Health Sciences I

CH&EP 392.3
Research Methodology in Health Sciences II

These form part of the B.Sc.(Med.) program. One of the above will be held each summer. Topics include design of clinical trials, experimental design, research statistics, evaluation of literature, ethics of experimentation, computer applications and research, scientific writing for publication and for grant application, writing and presentation of scientific papers.

CH&EP 401.6
Community Health and Epidemiology

Provides a population perspective to health and the prevention and treatment of illness. It concentrates on the public health knowledge, skills and attitudes which all doctors will require in their professional careers. An understanding of epidemiology and biostatistics is essential for the evaluation of services, critical appraisal of the literature, and participation in research.

CH&EP 402.3
International Health

Provides an introduction to international health within a framework of people-centered development and primary health care. The course links health and development issues that are common overseas and in Saskatchewan. Students are introduced to patterns of disease, the context in which they occur, and strategies and actions for enhancing well-being. Related aspects of gender, ecology, education, indigenous beliefs and practices, economic and political systems, and foreign aid are explored.

GRADUATE COURSES

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Department of Community Health & Epidemiology, College of Graduate Studies & Research

CH&EP 800.3
Epidemiology I
(1.5L-1.5S)

Introduces the basic epidemiologic methods used to evaluate the distribution and determinants of disease. Includes both lectures and interactive seminars to provide students with practical experience in epidemiologic problem-solving. Examples will be drawn from the fields of both communicable and non-communicable disease.

CH&EP 801.3
Epidemiology II
(1.5L-1.5S)
Prerequisite(s): CH&EP 800; or equivalent and 3 credit units in statistics.

Advanced concepts of epidemiologic theory and methods. Advanced biostatistical techniques will be applied to a series of epidemiologic problems from the fields of communicable and non-communicable disease.

CH&EP 802.3
Community Health & Epidemiology Research Seminar
(1L-2S)
Prerequisite(s): CH&EP 800; or equivalent.

Provides experience in the practical application of epidemiology and biostatistical principles to a specific research question. Students develop a detailed research protocol on a subject of their choice.

CH&EP 803.3
Health Promotion
(3S)
Prerequisite(s): Registered graduate student in Community Health and Epidemiology; or permission of the instructor.

An introduction to theory, research, and practice in health promotion. Topics include: empowerment, constructivist and naturalist approaches, change in individuals, small group development, community development, healthy public policy, coalition-building and advocacy, linking research and action.

CH&EP 804.3
Community Health Issues
(1-2L)(1-2S)

Provides an overview of the field of community health, including health care organization and community-based approaches to health promotion and disease prevention.

CH&EP 805.3
Biostatistics
(3L)
Prerequisite(s): STATS 244, 245; or equivalent.

Designed for life sciences students who wish to understand and apply commonly used advanced statistical methods which they are likely to encounter in their career. The emphasis is on the appropriate application of these research methods and the correct interpretation of their results.

CH&EP 807.3
Health program planning and evaluation
(3S)
Prerequisite(s): CH&EP 804.3 (Community Health Issues) or permission of instructor.

Covers basic concepts and principles of the cycle of health program planning, which includes needs assessment, program development and implementation, process, impact, and outcome evaluation. Both qualitative and quantitative data collection will be addressed. Guest speakers, case studies, and assignments will link conceptual material with concrete applications.

CH&EP 898.3
Special Topics

These courses are offered occasionally by visiting faculty and in other special situations. Students interested in these courses should contact the department for more information.

CH&EP 990
Seminar

A seminar is held periodically throughout the regular session during which current issues in research and practice are discussed. Graduate students are required to attend the seminars.

CH&EP 994
Research

Students writing a Master's thesis must register for this course.