Unit Code: EPI611

Unit Name: Basic Biostatistics

Description: Biostatistics is the study of statistical methods used to collect, analyze and interpret quantitative information in the context of biological systems. This course is designed to teach introductory statistical methods used in public health, and medical sciences. It builds on the knowledge of statistics and provides an overview of biostatistics concepts and practical data analysis practices. The course will cover techniques in both descriptive and inferential statistics commonly used in quantitative data analyses for health researchers and includes practical exercises to demonstrate their use and provide experience in data analysis skills using available statistical software.

Learning Target Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: EPI611-01: Describe basic statistical concepts and employ software to display data using various methods of data presentation. EPI611-02: Discuss appropriate basic sampling techniques in data collection for various research situations. EPI611-03: Apply knowledge of normal and sampling distributions to solve problems involving probability and sampling variability. EPI611-04: Demonstrate an understanding of statistical hypothesis testing and interpreting the results.

Prerequisite: N/A

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1,2