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221.612.81 CONFRONTING THE BURDEN OF INJURIES:A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE

Department: International Health
Term: 2nd term
Credits: (3 credits)
Academic Year: 2012 - 2013
Course Instructors:
Description:

Provides an understanding of approaches to measuring the burden of injuries around the world and familiarizes students with current estimates of the burden of injuries in the global and developing world. Develops basic skills for assessment of injury epidemiology. Provides an appreciation of how to use these measures for planning interventions for injury prevention and creates awareness of the economic implications of injuries in the developing world. Promotes effective use of data for appropriate policy analysis for reduction of injury burden.
Student Evaluation: Student evaluation base on class participation and a term paper.
Learning Objective:

1. Identify the current estimates of the burden of injuries globally 2. Describe approaches to measuring the burden of injuries, including costs 3. Assess the magnitude of the problem and evaluate the current/potential interventions 4. Use data for policy development and provide tools to conduct policy analysis for reduction of injury burden
Location: Internet
Enrollment Minimum: 10
Instructor Consent: No consent required
Prerequisite:

Introduction to Online Learning is required prior to participating in any of the School's Internet-based courses.; 340.601; 305.610 is recommended.
Grading Restriction: Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Jointly Offered With:
  • Health Policy and Management