Introduction to Public Health

Winter 2025 > Health Sciences > PUBH.1021 > 061

Course No: PUBH.1021-061; SIS Class Nbr: 1040; SIS Term: 3420
Course Status: Open

Course Description

Public health topics, both historical and contemporary are of importance to all citizens and to societal decisions. This survey course provides a foundation for understanding public health through exposure to current health care and policy issues viewed through the perspective of multiple disciplines. Methodology for understanding population health and developing critical thinking and decision-making skills in the analysis of public health issues using a population-based perspective will be developed. The course will provide an ecological understanding of the causation and prevention of disease with an emphasis on health issues that affect society as a whole.

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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2025 Winter: Dec 30 to Jan 19
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1155
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

Related Programs: B.S. in Information Technology: Population Health Informatics and Technology Minor Option

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