HMP 403 (02) - Introduction to Public Health

Introduction to Public Health

Durham Health & Human Services::Health Management & Policy
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 10 
Term:  Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
CRN:  51590
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
This course describes and defines ?what is public health? and seeks to convey its critical importance and relevance to both public and individual (personal) wellbeing. It presents an overview of the structure, function, and organization of the public health system/services (government, proprietary, and voluntary sectors) and how they operate, emphasizing core functions and major divisions (public health administration, epidemiology and biostatistics, environmental health, social and behavioral health). Addresses the social, ethical, issues; bioterrorism; epidemics; obesity; tobacco, alcohol, and opioid use; violence. Seeks to challenge students to think critically about existing and emerging U.S. and global public health issues. Introduces public health careers.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s):  HLTC 612
Only listed majors in section: HLTH MGT & POL:: Health Management and Policy||HMP:PUB HEALTH:: Health Management and Policy: Public Health
Instructors:  David Li

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
1/23/2024 5/6/2024 MW 12:40pm - 2:00pm PETT G10
Final Exam5/13/2024 5/13/2024 M 3:30pm - 5:30pm PETT G10