Course - Genetic epidemiology - SMED8020
SMED8020 - Genetic epidemiology
About
Examination arrangement
Course content
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
Lectures and problem solving. All lectures and problem solving activities are mandatory. The course coordinator may approve up to 20% absence from mandatory lectures/activities. Absence may not be approved if the activity is considered to be critical to the learning outcomes of the course.
Compulsory assignments
- Presence at lectures
Recommended previous knowledge
Recommended background knowledge: KLMED8004 Medical statistics I, 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 (recommended online courses can be completed prior to the course. Please contact the course coordinator for more information).
Required previous knowledge
Completed Master's degree. Medical students enrolled at the Medical Students' Research Program.
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 2024
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 *
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Spring
ORD
Oral examination
50/100
ALLE
2024-06-06 - 2024-06-07
08:15 -
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"