Epidemiology
30 courses · UC Irvine · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
EPIDEM 199 Undergraduate Research in Epidemiology
- Units
- 2-4
Provides disciplinary research participation. Original or existing research options provide undergraduates the opportunity for faculty/mentor interactions including access to appropriate facilities. Medical Epidemiology research areas: Cancer, Genetic/Molecular, Environmental, Occupational, Biostatistics, and Infectious Disease.
EPIDEM 200A Epidemiologic Methods I
- Units
- 4
Introduces the scope of epidemiology, measures of disease occurrence and association in populations, public health surveillance, diagnostic testing and screening studies, and methods and best practices for collecting data.
EPIDEM 200B Epidemiologic Methods II
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 200A with a minimum grade of B
Design, conduct, and critical evaluation of randomized and observational study designs.
EPIDEM 200C Epidemiologic Methods III
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 200A with a minimum grade of B and EPIDEM 200B with a minimum grade of B
Applies core epidemiologic concepts to the analysis, interpretation, and communication of epidemiologic data from different study designs.
EPIDEM 200D Epidemiologic Methods IV
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 200A with a minimum grade of B and EPIDEM 200B with a minimum grade of B and EPIDEM 200C with a minimum grade of B
Introduces different causal inference and scientific reasoning frameworks, with an emphasis on study design and analysis using causal diagrams to identify and minimize potential biases in research questions.
EPIDEM 200E Epidemiologic Methods V
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 200D with a minimum grade of B
Introduces different approaches to formulating and appraising research questions accounting for study design and data analysis considerations with a focus on estimating causal effects from observational data.
EPIDEM 201 Cancer Epidemiology
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 200A with a minimum grade of B- or PUBHLTH 206A with a minimum grade of B-
Concentrates on understanding how epidemiology plays a role in the search for cancer etiology, prevention, control, and treatment; gives an overview of cancer research with an appreciation of the multidisciplinary nature of the field.
EPIDEM 202 Genetic Epidemiology
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- PUBHLTH 206A with a minimum grade of B-
Genetic epidemiologic research principles, covering diverse study designs and methods. Integrates literature examples, lectures, demonstrations, and software applications for varied study designs, ranging from unrelated individuals to large extended kindreds. Includes in-class discussions, group projects, and exercises for concept reinforcement.
EPIDEM 204A Biostatistics I: Introduction to Statistical Methods
- Units
- 4
Introduction to the basic statistical techniques commonly used in public health research. Topics include descriptive statistics, basic probability, inferential statistics (estimation, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing), and contingency tables. SAS software is introduced.
EPIDEM 204B Biostatistics II: Intermediate Statistical Methods
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 204A with a minimum grade of B or PUBHLTH 204A with a minimum grade of B
Explores advanced statistical analysis methods for biological and medical applications. Topics include linear, logistic, and generalized linear regression models like Poisson regression.
EPIDEM 204C Biostatistics III: Advanced Statistical Methods
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 204B with a minimum grade of B or PUBHLTH 204B with a minimum grade of B
Intended for graduate students in epidemiology, public health, and related fields. Introduces statistical methods for analyzing survival and longitudinal/clustered data, and techniques to resolve missing data.
EPIDEM 204D Biostatistics IV: Survival Analysis
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 204B with a minimum grade of B or STATS 202 with a minimum grade of B
Advanced statistical analysis for epidemiologic studies, focusing on time-to-event data. Modern approaches, covering survival analysis, missing data, and statistical power analysis. SAS procedures PHREG, LIFEREG, and LIFETEST for intricate dataset analysis. Emphasis on model selection and proper interpretation.
EPIDEM 205 Environmental Epidemiology
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 200 with a minimum grade of B- and EPIDEM 204 with a minimum grade of B-
Concentrates on epidemiological approaches to the assessment of community environmental hazards; issues involved in environmental exposure estimation; interdisciplinary approaches to environmental epidemiology, including the use of biomarkers of exposures and susceptibility; epidemiological studies within the context of risk assessment.
EPIDEM 207 Nutritional Epidemiology
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- (PUBHLTH 206A with a minimum grade of B- or EPIDEM 200A with a minimum grade of B-) and (EPIDEM 204A with a minimum grade of B- or PUBHLTH 204A with a minimum grade of B-)
Human nutrition issues requiring epidemiologic principles and quantitative methods; historical and cultural dietary patterns; population dietary assessment; statistical approaches in nutrition research; public health and clinical topics including nutritional biochemistry and genomics, dietary guidelines, and food policy.
EPIDEM 215 Introduction to Statistical Genetics
- Units
- 4
- Prerequisite
- Two quarters of upper-division or graduate training in statistical methods
Provides students with knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, and methods used in statistical genetic research. Topics include principles of population genetics, and statistical methods for family- and population-based studies.
EPIDEM 220A Data Management I
- Units
- 2
Learn SAS basics, Base SAS, DATA step essentials, and PROCs for data exploration and analysis. Topics include data reading, variable creation, sorting, merging, and common functions. Priority for MS/PhD Epidemiology, MPH Epidemiology/Biostatistics students concurrently enrolled.
EPIDEM 220B Data Management II
- Units
- 2
- Prerequisite
- EPIDEM 220A with a minimum grade of B and (EPIDEM 200A with a minimum grade of B or PUBHLTH 206A with a minimum grade of B) and (EPIDEM 204A with a minimum grade of B or PUBHLTH 207A with a minimum grade of B or STATS 201 with a minimum grade of B)
Develop practical R programming skills through a comprehensive introduction to data import, cleaning, and basic handling. Goals include creating simple statistical summaries, managing and visualizing data, and producing reproducible, professional reports. Emphasize foundational programming techniques and prepare students to perform
EPIDEM 232 Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention
- Units
- 4
Insights into the descriptive epidemiology of cardiovascular disease, the worldwide cardiovascular disease epidemic, pivotal epidemiologic studies, assessment techniques for cardiovascular risk, and prevention and management strategies.
EPIDEM 244 Toxic Chemicals in Environment
- Units
- 4
Industrial ecology of toxicants and their impacts on environmental quality and human health. Explores theoretical basis of toxicity thresholds and regulatory issues. Uses classic and contemporary research articles to understand the legacy of traditional toxicants, and to identify emerging threats.
EPIDEM 260 Machine Learning with R
- Units
- 4
Hands-on course on machine learning for students who are familiar with R. Covers topics on Regression and Classification Trees (CART), Random Forests, Gradient Boosting, Dimension Reduction, and Clustering.
EPIDEM 264 Introduction to Environmental Health Science
- Units
- 4
Explores environmental health's role in disease prevention. Studies human-environment interaction, focusing on chemical, physical, and biological agents in community and occupational settings. Covers climate change, environmental justice, children’s health, exposure assessment, and policy for public health improvement.
EPIDEM 269 Air Pollution, Climate, and Health
- Units
- 4
Emission of air pollutants into the atmosphere, physical and meteorological processes that affect transport, and influence on global warming. Concepts of how and where people are most exposed, and how exposures and health effects differ in developed and developing regions.
EPIDEM 275 Special Topics in Epidemiology
- Units
- 1-4
Presents various topics and the latest research in the broad field of epidemiology.
EPIDEM 280 Research Communication in Epidemiology
- Units
- 3
Develop skills in literature review, critical appraisal of scientific research, and effective communications tailored specifically for the field of epidemiology. Communicate epidemiological concepts through various mediums, emphasizing both written and verbal communication.
EPIDEM 282 Epidemiology Department Seminar
- Units
- 1
A forum for the presentation of recent research to epidemiology students, faculty, and other interested parties. The atmosphere is informal, yet rigorous. Speakers range from graduate students through distinguished visitors from other institutions.
EPIDEM 296 M.S. Thesis Research and Writing
- Units
- 1-12
- Prerequisite
- Advancement to candidacy
Individual research and study necessary for a graduate student to prepare and complete the thesis required for the Master of Science (M.S.) degree.
EPIDEM 297 PhD Degree Dissertation Research & Writing
- Units
- 1-12
- Prerequisite
- Advancement to candidacy
Individual research and study necessary for a graduate student to prepare and complete the dissertation required for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree.
EPIDEM 298 Directed Study in Epidemiology
- Units
- 2-4
Directed study with Epidemiology faculty.
EPIDEM 299 Independent Study in Epidemiology
- Units
- 2-8
Independent research with Epidemiology faculty.
EPIDEM 399 University Supervised Teaching
- Units
- 2-4
Limited to students with active Teaching Assistant (T.A.) appointments.