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552.604.81
Causes and Trends in Morbidity and Mortality

Location
Internet
Term
3rd Term
Department
Extradepartmental
Credit(s)
0.5
Academic Year
2023 - 2024
Instruction Method
Asynchronous Online
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Contact Name
Course Facilitator
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Description
Annual estimates of the major causes of morbidity and mortality at global, national (U.S.), and local (in Baltimore City) levels inform the allocation of public health resources for improving not only the quantity of resources, but also the quality of life. Have you ever wondered how global, national, and local public health organizations assemble the top causes of mortality? Do you know how morbidity is measured? Are you curious about how population characteristics influence the trends in morbidity and mortality? Join us to build foundational knowledge of the major causes and trends in morbidity and mortality at the global, national, and local level.
Provides a broad understanding of the top causes of morbidity and mortality globally, in the U.S., and in Baltimore City, as well as the trends in these estimates. Introduces measurement of morbidity and mortality, and threats to the quality of measurements. Addresses the role of population characteristics (age, sex, region, race/ethnicity) in estimates and trends. Discusses case studies of major causes and trends in morbidity and mortality in defined populations.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Describe the trends and major causes of morbidity and mortality in the world, U.S., and Baltimore
  2. Articulate the concepts that guide the methodology for measuring morbidity and mortality
  3. Explain the role of population characteristics in differentiating major causes of morbidity and mortality
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 20% Participation
  • 40% Interim
  • 40% Final
Jointly Offered With