PUBH 3150: Health Data Analytics & Informatics

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the origins, flow, management, and analysis of health data. It emphasizes interpreting and presenting empirical evidence within the context of public health. Students explore data-driven approaches to evaluating health programs and policies, gaining foundational knowledge in epidemiology, biostatistics, and health informatics. By the end of the course, participants are equipped with essential analytical tools to effectively interpret, apply, and communicate health data in real-world settings.

• Understand the fundamentals of health data management and analysis
• Apply data-driven approaches to public health decision-making
• Explain public health surveillance systems and measures of disease occurrence
• Analyze disease outbreaks using epidemiologic principles
• Differentiate between descriptive and analytic epidemiologic study designs
• Identify and describe key features of common descriptive study designs
• Understand core statistical concepts, including probability, random sampling, and statistical distributions
• Perform basic biostatistical analyses, including one-sample and two-sample hypothesis tests

PUBH 3160: Public Health in Action

This integrative course enables students to apply research methods, experiential learning, and public health practice to address real-world public health issues. Through collaborative projects, students synthesize knowledge and competencies from this and other PUBH courses to develop practical, evidence-based solutions. The course emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the application of public health principles in diverse settings.

• Integrated insights from individual and group assignments with scholarly research to reflect on key public health topics
• Assessed academic and non-academic resources for investigating public health problems
• Critically evaluated and synthesized scientific information related to specific public health issues
• Developed focused lines of inquiry based on how public health agencies or researchers addressed those issues
• Engaged with professionals in the field—including researchers, public health leaders, policymakers, media, and healthcare personnel—to deepen their understanding
• Evaluated and integrated collected information to propose informed, evidence-based recommendations for addressing critical public health challenges

PUBH 3170: Global Health Crises & Milestones

This course introduces students to major milestones and crises in global public health. It examines both achievements and challenges that have shaped health outcomes worldwide. By the end of the course, students develop a critical understanding of global health history and its relevance in today’s interconnected world.

• Describe major global health crises and milestones that have shaped public health worldwide
• Understand the interconnected nature of global health and how health outcomes are influenced across borders
• Think critically about global health challenges and evaluate the effectiveness of international health initiatives
• Identify key strategies used to address global health crises and assess the role of global health institutions in improving health outcomes globally

 

In this hands-on workshop, students work in small groups to create a short film that incorporates a comprehensive presentation of relevant public health data. The project encourages creativity, collaboration, and the effective communication of complex health issues through visual storytelling.

• Develop and apply technical skills in camera operation, audio recording, and lighting to support effective filmmaking
• Collaborate on set and contribute to the production process in a team environment
• Demonstrate creative and professional proficiency in initiating, producing, and distributing video projects
• Refine storytelling and communication skills through the creation of a public health short film for the PUBH 3160 dual enrollment course

This course offers an overview of computer science fundamentals, with a focus on problem-solving and core programming skills. Topics include primitive data types, control structures, arrays, strings, input/output operations, basic recursion, and essential techniques for documentation, testing, and debugging. Students are also introduced to foundational concepts in object-oriented programming.

• Read and write code using variables, assignments, conditionals, and loops
• Manipulate strings, lists (including one- and two-dimensional), and dictionaries
• Define and call functions with various input and output types
• Decompose programs into modular sections using functions
• Define simple classes and create objects
• Invoke methods and apply object-oriented programming principles in basic applications

This dynamic and engaging workshop prepares high school students for success on the ACT (American College Testing) exam. Through interactive instruction and targeted practice, students develop the academic and test-taking skills necessary to improve their performance. The workshop builds confidence and mastery across key content areas, supporting students in reaching their college admissions goals.