Theory and practice of intervention studies, including community and clinical trials. Design, analysismethods, randomization, masking schemes, management of complex trials, ethical considerations, and meta-analysis. Laboratory includes: power calculations, interpretation of published reports, and design of trials

Epidemiologic issues as applied to maternal and child health topics, with emphasis on analysis and interpretation of data. Introduction to key studies and standard data sets used to describe and compare maternal and child health outcomes both domestically and globally. Includes framework for critical review of studies in the field.

Selected Topics in ANOVA, multiple regression, logistic regression, ANCOVA, and nonparametric tests. Emphasis on understanding selection and application of statistical procedures and interpretation of computer output.

Familiarization with the features of SPSS computer package for analysis of statistical data. Includes decisions regarding choice of statistical procedures and interpretation of computer output to answer specific research questions.