E2041 Introduction to Epidemiology and Environmental Health - practice

Přírodovědecká fakulta
podzim 2026
Rozsah
0/2/0. 2 kr. (plus ukončení). Ukončení: z.
Vyučováno kontaktně
Vyučující
Mgr. Gabriela Kšiňanová, Ph.D. (přednášející)
Mgr. Albert Kšiňan, Ph.D. (přednášející)
Firdian Makrufardi, Ph.D. (přednášející)
prof. MUDr. Martin Bobák, M.Sc., Ph.D. (přednášející)
Mgr. Andrea Dalecká, Ph.D. (přednášející)
prof. Mgr. Hynek Pikhart, Ph.D., M.Sc. (přednášející)
Mgr. Daniel Szabó (cvičící)
Mgr. Kateřina Váchová (cvičící)
Garance
prof. MUDr. Martin Bobák, M.Sc., Ph.D.
RECETOX – Přírodovědecká fakulta
Kontaktní osoba: Mgr. Albert Kšiňan, Ph.D.
Dodavatelské pracoviště: RECETOX – Přírodovědecká fakulta
Rozvrh seminárních/paralelních skupin
E2041/01: Čt 14:00–15:50 D29/252-RCX1
Předpoklady
!E0351 Epidemiologie - cvičení
Students need to also register separately for E2040 (lecture).
Omezení zápisu do předmětu
Předmět je nabízen i studentům mimo mateřské obory.
Mateřské obory/plány
Anotace
This comprehensive course covers fundamental concepts of epidemiology and environmental health. Students will explore the research methods employed to examine population health and gain insights into the various determinants of diseases within communities. By studying the dynamic relationship between human health and the environment, learners will develop the skills to analyze research findings and apply them effectively in real-world scenarios, contributing to the improvement of public health outcomes.
Výstupy z učení
After completing this course, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
-Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of population health and epidemiology, including the ability to define and explain key concepts.
-Analyze the occurrence and spread of diseases within populations, identifying their underlying causes.
-Calculate and interpret various risk rates to assess the potential impact of diseases.
-Navigate diverse sources of data commonly used in epidemiological research.
-Describe different types of epidemiological studies, evaluating their respective strengths and weaknesses.
-Assess the quality and validity of research studies in epidemiology.
-Utilize research findings to propose evidence-based recommendations for practical applications and improvements in public health.
Klíčová témata
  • 1. Introduction to epidemiology and environmental health - definition and foundational concepts of the field, classification of causes of death and disease
  • 2. Disease occurrence and determinants in populations - understanding the global and historical aspects of disease occurrence, identifying risk factors (biological, environmental, social), measures of disease frequency
  • 3. Introduction to data analysis - data, variables, cases, distribution
  • 4. Basics of quantitative methodology - research questions and hypotheses, statistical testing, exposure and outcome variables, causal inference
  • 5. Routine population and monitoring data -population health evaluation.
  • 6. Measures of association and effect - correlations, ratios, population attributable risk
  • 6. Study designs in epidemiology I - descriptive studies: case report, case series, time series, ecological studies, cross-sectional studies
  • 7. Study designs in epidemiology II - cohot studies, case-control studies
  • 8. Study designs in epidemiology III - experimental design, intervention studies, systematic reviews, metaanalyses
  • 9. Bias, confounding, effect modification - informant bias, observer bias, recall bias, selection bias, reliability/validity
  • 10. Critical evaluation of research studies - inherent research limitations, publication bias, transparency 
  • 11. Confounding and effect modification - randomization, matching, stratification, interaction
  • 12. Ethical considerations in epidemiology, translating science into practice - protection of human subjects, ethical framework and guidelines, prevention, policy, evidence-based practice, cost-benefit ratio
Studijní zdroje a literatura
    doporučená literatura
  • Handbook of epidemiology. Edited by Wolfgang Ahrens. 1st ed. Berlin: Springer, 2005, ix, 115. ISBN 3540005668. info
  • Environmental epidemiology : study methods and application. Edited by Dean B. Baker - Mark J. Nieuwenhuijsen. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2008, xiv, 398. ISBN 9780198527923. info
  • PIKHART, Hynek. Principles of Epidemiologic Studies. In Bencko, Vladimír. Hygiene and Epidemiology: Selected Chapters. 2. vyd. Praha: Karolinum Press, 2020, s. 152-161. ISBN 978-80-246-4306-9. info
  • BONITA, R.; R. BEAGLEHOLE a Tord KJELLSTRÖM. Basic epidemiology. 2nd ed. Geneva: World Health Organization, 2006, xi, 213. ISBN 9241547073. info
Přístupy, postupy a metody používané ve výuce
The course format includes both lectures and practice seminars. During practice sessions, students engage in exercises specifically designed to enhance their practical skills and gain a deeper comprehension of the subject matter.
Způsob ověření výstupů z učení a požadavky na ukončení
The attendance at the practice sessions is mandatory. Students are allowed one unexcused absence.
There will be two assignments applying course content: Assignment I involves data handling and descriptive statistics.  Students will complete the assignment independently at home and submit it to the is.muni Homework Vaults ("Odevzdávárna") before the deadline. Detailed instructions will be given at the seminar in Week 4. Assignment II involves applying epidemiological methods in a case study. This assignment will take place in the classroom on a set date. The Assignment will be done online and students may bring and use study materials during the session. Detailed instructions will be provided in advance at the seminar in Week 12.

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