317.600.81
Introduction to the Risk Sciences and Public Policy
Location
Internet
Term
3rd Term
Department
Health Policy and Management
Credit(s)
4
Academic Year
2012 - 2013
Instruction Method
TBD
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Robin Dranbauer
Contact Email
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
Introduction to on-line learning course
Provides an introduction to the basic paradigm for quantitative risk assessment and illustrates its application in the public policy process using case studies. Examines risk assessment in a broad societal context, considering social, economic, and political factors that affect risk decision-making; evolution of risk assessment; and the use of risk assessment in regulatory processes. Students complete a risk assessment exercise.
Jointly Offered With