Course - Genetic epidemiology - SMED8020
SMED8020 - Genetic epidemiology
About
Examination arrangement
Course content
Maximum number of participants is 20. PhD candidates at NTNU, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is given first priority. The course focuses on the understanding of genetic epidemiology concepts and understanding of genetic variation in the population. Topics to be taught are study design, analysis methods (whole genome, mendelian randomization and functional follow-up), bias and confounding in analyses, implication of functional findings, the use of registry data and ethical considerations.
Learning outcome
After completing the course, the student should understand the concepts of genetic epidemiology, understand how genetic variation manifests itself in the population and how it can be studied. Know important tools and analysis methods for genome-wide analyses. Be able to assess and discuss results from such analyses, understand implications of functional findings and suggest follow-up analyses. Know analysis methods for MR-analyses. Be able to describe the construction of an instrument variable and assess the validity of such. Be able to assess and discuss results from MR-analyses.
Learning methods and activities
Teaching modalities: Lectures and problem solving. All lectures and problem solving activities are mandatory.
Compulsory assignments
- Presence at lectures
Specific conditions
Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Recommended previous knowledge
Recommended background knowledge: KLMED8004 Medical statistics I, KLMED 8005 Medical statistics II, Introductory course in epidemiology (eg. Master course in epidemiology), basic knowledge in genetics, basic skills using R and/or basic skills and abilities to work in a Linux system
Required previous knowledge
Admission requirements: Master degree or similar. Medical students at the students Research Program. Candidates with a lower degree will be assessed individually.
Course materials
Given material, lecture notes and published articles.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMED8021 | 2.5 | AUTUMN 2020 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
5.0 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2023
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Medicine
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Public Health and Nursing
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment and oral examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Oral examination 50/100 ALLE 2023-06-08
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 50/100 ALLE INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"