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  • PTGS 4740: Translation II

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    (IH=Intermediate High) Development of techniques and skills needed for bilingual translation of non-fiction texts. Emphasis will be on the translation into the target language. Methods of contrastive linguistics to analyze pertinent aspects of language structure, involving syntax, vocabulary and style, as well as basic theoretical-historical concepts are employed. Students are given ample opportunity to apply these techniques and concepts through a series of written translation assignments, which form the basis for class discussion. Prerequisite/Co-requisite: PTGS 3740 is strongly advised, but not required.
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  • PUBH 2050: Case Management

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This course is an introduction to behavioral health case management and clinical documentation. The role and function of case management in human services will be explored. Students will learn the skills and methods necessary for successful case management for behavioral health clients. Case management through the lens of integrated delivery and whole health service care coordination will be presented. Clinical documentation skills related to case management will be developed, demonstrated, and exercised.
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  • PUBH 3150: Introduction to Public Health

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    An overview of public and community health including history, management, prevention and epidemiology of disease. Emphasis on the role of community and government health agencies regarding health promotion and disease prevention activities.
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  • PUBH 3200: Epidemiology and Biostatistics

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    The goals and objectives of epidemiology, its policy and procedure, and its foundation and support in health care information are the focus of this course. Investigation of an epidemic, measures of mortality, incidence and prevalence, measures of risk, biological variability, probability, screening, sampling, statistical significance, correlation, multiple regression, retrospective and prospective studies, and survival analysis are discussed. Advanced techniques for the statistical analysis of institutional case-mix and quality improvement data are presented.
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  • PUBH 3210: Advanced Epidemiology

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This course provides an advanced, in-depth, exploration of epidemiology, public health, and global population health. The history, philosophy, core values, concepts, and functions of public health will be discussed at the local, national, and international levels. The concepts and methods needed to track and analyze disease trends will be applied. Students will be able to identify and describe upstream determinants of health including the socioeconomic, behavioral, biological, environmental, and other factors that affect human health and contribute to health disparities. At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to identify public health issues, design a basic intervention, and formulate appropriate internal and external public health communications.
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  • PUBH 3500: Biomedical Research Support

    2.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Design concepts and information systems used in biomedical research and investigation by drug companies, genetic engineering firms, academic institutions, and individual researchers and the support of same by health information professionals are discussed. The major national research policy-making bodies (NIH, NCHS, CDC) and their research protocols are reviewed. The student also learns what techniques and resources facilitate biomedical literature searches and how to assist a researcher in the pursuit of published information. An overview of the development, structure, and management of a health care institutional medical library is presented.
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  • PUBH 4500: Grant Writing

    2.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This course is an introduction to the art of grant writing. The general elements of a grant will be outlined and explored. Students will learn about what makes a grant proposal successful. Grant writing and evaluation skills will be developed, demonstrated, and exercised.
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  • PUBH 4700: Public Health Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    The Public Health Capstone will provide students in the Public Health program a comprehensive review culminating in an applied project. Public Health concepts including epidemiology, population health, finance, behavior change, communications and marketing among others will be brought together demonstrating their application in real world public health situations. A final project will be used to demonstrate the students understanding of general public health concepts and their applications.
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  • QS 2900: Topics in Queer Studies

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    Varied topics as described in the semester schedule. Topics will be drawn from issues related to queer studies. Prerequisite:    WGS 1500
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  • QS 3050: Queer Theories

    3.00 Credits
    Weber State University

    This course provides an introduction to the study of queer theories. Students will study historical accounts of queer activism and literature, exploring cultural norms and power structures that contribute to the marginalization of those who identify as part of the queer community. Prerequisite:    WGS 1500
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