Public Health and Infectious Disease

This course will serve as an introduction to the epidemiology and control of infectious diseases. Core concepts include principles of public health, biology of infectious organisms and biology of the human immune system; infectious disease transmission mechanisms and containment in both the United States and developing countries; design and implementation of infectious disease control and prevention measures, including vaccination development and use; and methods for investigating infectious diseases. This discussion- and project-based course will emphasize current issues and real-world public health challenges.