HSC - 610 Research Design I

This course introduces students to methods of scientific research to include review of literature, research designs, sampling techniques, measurement and related issues. Research articles and research thesis that exemplify various research designs, presentation of results and conclusions will be reviewed and discussed. Students will further develop their information literacy skills to search, interpret and evaluate the medical literature in order to maintain critical, current and operational knowledge of new medical findings, including its application to individualized patient care. Credit Hours: (4)