EPID 5312 Survey Research & Questionnaire Design

3 SCH. Creating a survey instrument is a multistep process. If executed properly, the instrument will produce valuable information; otherwise, a poorly designed survey produces little information of meaning and is a waste of time. This introductory course provides the student with a foundation of theoretical research and survey concepts and practical implementation and analytical skills. This comprehensive course teaches the theory and applications of survey methodology in the guise of a structured research project; from the conception of the research question to a presentation of collected data and drawing of corresponding conclusions. This introductory course is designed for epidemiology and other public health students requiring a basic knowledge research survey and questionnaire design, implementation, and analysis. This course will include lectures, in-class assignments, a group project, class discussion, oral and written presentations, and readings. Students will learn to design and use effective survey instruments to measure public health topics. The course will review theory and applications of survey methodology, sampling strategies, questionnaire design, survey preparation and implementation, and analysis plans.
Prerequisite: Students must complete EPID 5310, EPID 5313, and BIOS 5310 or permission by instructor.
Offered Spring
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