HSH216 - Epidemiology and Biostatistics 2
Unit details
| Year: | 2022 unit information |
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| Important Update: | Unit delivery will be in line with the most current COVIDSafe health guidelines. We continue to tailor learning experiences for each unit to achieve the best possible mix of online and on-campus activities that successfully blend our approaches to learning, working and research. Please check your unit sites for announcements and updates. Last updated: 4 March 2022 |
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit Chair: | Trimester 2: Adrian Cameron |
| Prerequisite: | HSH205 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Typical study commitment: | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | Computer laboratory sessions (seminars) will be held in person (unless advised otherwise), with one session recorded and uploaded to the unit site. Students are encouraged to attend computer practicals where they can receive direct assistance. It is also possible to use SPSS statistical software online via Blackboard Collaborate and Apps on demand - details will be provided in week 1. Practical laboratory classes (seminars) will be held weekly on Wednesdays at 12:00 and 14:00 (both in Burwood) and on Thursday at 11:00 (in Geelong). |
Content
The purpose of this unit is to introduce students to the basic principles of biostatistics used in public health and health promotion practice. It builds on HSH205 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 1. The main topics covered include understanding, application and interpretation of fundamental biostatistical concepts. Students will also participate in computer practicals to develop their skills and knowledge as well as learn to use statistical software programs to conduct biostatistical analysis of data.
| ULO | These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can: | Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes |
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| ULO1 | Describe fundamental biostatistical concepts. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO2 | Identify, differentiate, select and apply biostatistical concepts as appropriate. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
| ULO3 | Interpret the output of biostatistical tests. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities GLO2: Communication GLO4: Critical thinking GLO5: Problem solving |
| ULO4 | Use statistical software programs to conduct biostatistical analysis of data. | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities |
Assessment
Trimester 2:| Assessment description | Student output | Grading and weighting | Indicative due week |
| Assessment 1: Assignment | 1500 words | 40% |
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| Assessment 2: Online MCQ test |
| 20% |
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| Assessment 3: Assignment | 1500 words | 40% |
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The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
Learning Resource
The texts and reading list for the unit can be found on the University Library via the link below: HSH216 Note: Select the relevant trimester reading list. Please note that a future teaching period's reading list may not be available until a month prior to the start of that teaching period so you may wish to use the relevant trimester's prior year reading list as a guide only.
Recommended texts
Argyrous, G (2011) Statistics for research: With a guide to SPSS, 3rd edition. Sage Publications.
Cronk, BC (2018) How to Use SPSS®, A Step-By-Step Guide to Analysis and Interpretation, 10th Edition. Routledge.
Unit Fee Information
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