EVALUATION METHODS AND ASSIGNMENTS
The primary objective of the course is to develop a basic understanding of epidemiological reasoning and research methods, plus an appreciation for the limitations of these methods. Students will be expected to master a range of analytical approaches but will also need to demonstrate proficiency with critiquing the published literature and interpreting the meaning of studies. The course will be evaluated through a combination of methods:
- Three take-home assignments covering a combination of analytical methods and conceptual reasoning
- Participation in the course discussion forum. Sharing knowledge with other students is an important skill to learn
- A formal 3 hour examination.
The marks will be allocated as follows. For a copy of each assignment (or more detail about forum particpation), click the name in this table.
| EVALUATION TASK | Due Date | MARKS |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment #1 | Oct 5 | 10% |
| Nov 9 | 25% | |
| Assignment #3 | Dec 7 | 25% |
| Forum Participation | N/A | 5% |
| Final Examination | Dec 17 | 35% |
NOTE: This course is about learning to interpret results. . If your answer to an assignment simply provides a numerical value without an interpretation, this does not constitute a full answer, even if the numerical value is correctly computed. You are expected to provide an interpretation of the your results
