General overview of epidemiological studies; descriptive, analytical and experimental epidemiological studies. Randomized Clinical Trials (RCTs), community trial, field trial; critical review of the literature (articles related to different topics in nursing) Sampling methods. Specific applications to indicators determination (data sources).
Information will be at disposal at the beginning of the course
Learning Objectives
Knowledge and understanding: The student develops knowledge, skills and practical skills related to the main designs of epidemiological studies
Applying knowledge and understanding: The student will be able to read and understand the scientific literature and to participate in the planning, implementation and assessment of epidemiological studies and to critically use the tools of epidemiology
Making judgments: being able to analyze phenomena related to the discipline
Communication skills: to know and to use suitable terminology
Learning skills: knowing how to build an independent in-depth study of specific issues addressed during the course.
Prerequisites
B019806 Research Methodology
Teaching Methods
Lectures, group interactive activities, practical exercises
Further information
Students must attend the written tests with student university record card or a valid identity document.
In order to participate to the written tests a calculator is required and the use the mobile phone is not allowed.
Type of Assessment
Disciplinary contents will be verified in written ways during examination sessions
Course program
General overview of epidemiological studies; descriptive, analytical and experimental epidemiological studies. Randomized Clinical Trials (RCTs), community trial, field trial; critical review of the literature (articles related to different topics in nursing) Sampling methods. Specific applications to indicators determination (data sources).