1101. Introduction to Public Health (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0100.)

This course introduces students to the concepts and models of public health using a historical perspective on the contribution and roles of public health in society. The course introduces the contributions of the five core public health disciplines: epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, behavioral sciences/health education and health services administration. Students learn to identify prevention strategies such as vaccination, screening, counseling and education interventions and a range of health promotion and disease prevention modalities including environmental-occupational, legal and policy approaches. Particular attention is directed to addressing health disparities and the role of cultural competency in delivering effective public health services.

1103. International Health (3 s.h.) F S. RCI: IS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH C089.)

Examines avenues of international cooperation in health; explores the most significant health problems and resources in developing and developed countries by focusing on international differences in health status, social/economic/political factors in health care, varied approaches to providing health services, the role of health workers, and the involvement of foundations and multilateral and bilateral agencies.

Note: This course can be used to satisfy the university Core International Studies (IS) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.

1104. Nutrition and Health (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0104.)

Examines food habits and nutritional needs of young adults. Considers nutritional advertisements, food faddism, fad diets, deficiency diseases, and evaluation of diets.

1105. Society, Drug, and Alcohol Perspectives (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0101.)

Examines the current use of alcohol and drugs in society and the effects of one’s experience with psychoactive chemicals. This course includes historical, physiological, psychological, sociological, and philosophical perspectives.

1106. Human Sexuality (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0106.)

Explores sexuality and personal lifestyle, including human sexuality as a dimension of health personality, sex roles and sexual identity, the physiological bases of the sex drive, sexual function, and sexual response, and psychological factors related to sexual development and expression.

1201. Contemporary Health Issues (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0110.)

This course explores the basic concepts of health and how they relate to our lifestyles. The student will acquire extensive knowledge of injuries and prevention, cardiovascular disease, cancer, human reproduction, human sexuality and communicable diseases including sexually transmitted diseases and HIV/AIDS.

1903. Honors Global Health (3 s.h.) F S. RCI: HO.

Examines avenues of international cooperation in health; explores the most significant health problems and resources in developing and developed countries by focusing on international differences in health status, social/economic/political factors in health care, varied approaches to providing health services, the role of health workers, and the involvement of foundations and multilateral and bilateral agencies.

Note: This course is restricted to Honors students only.

2101. Disease Prevention and Control (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0102.)

Explores selected transactions between individual, environment, and disease agents, and their influence on human diseases, human nature, and human environment.

2102. Environmental Health (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0107.)

An introductory course incorporating not only the common concepts associated with environmental health (population dynamics, air pollution, water pollution, land pollution) but also emerging and controversial issues associated with environmental threats to human health, such as emerging diseases, global warming, and biological and chemical weapons. Emphasis is on biological, chemical, and physical sources of exposures, the effects on human health, and the methods of limiting exposures and effects.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors and minors only.

2201. Health Communication (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0188.)

Communication processes and effects are examined from the perspective of interpersonal, intrapersonal, organizational and mass communication. The impact of these types of communication in the health care arena is also discussed.

2202. Man-Made Disasters: Radiological, Chemical & Biological Terrorism (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0201.)

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of public health preparedness, mitigation, and evaluation in the context of man-made disasters, including radiological, chemical and biological incidents. The course will address identified core competencies of emergency preparedness for public health professionals that include: disaster management, risk assessment, risk communication, governmental resources, functional roles, surveillance, and preparedness evaluation. Man-made disasters will be looked at in a historical, environmental and psychological context in order to elucidate the role of public health in man-made disaster preparedness and evaluation. In addition the role of cultural competency and the needs of special populations will be addressed. Public perception of risk and media views of man-made disasters will be explored.

Note: This course is only offered online.

2203. AIDS and Society (3 s.h.) S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0305.)

This course offers the student the opportunity for an in-depth study of one of the most critical public health issues facing society today. Topics include: current HIV/AIDS information as well as exploration of related issues including sexuality, homophobia, and discrimination, research, international/political implications and worldwide economic effects.

2204. Diet and Weight Management (3 s.h.) S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0343.)

Examination of modern techniques for weight management and weight loss. Emphasis on participation in and understanding of programs for weight management, nutrition management, and exercise management.

2205. Coping with Life Stress Workshop (3 s.h.) SS. $.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0348.)

The impact of poorly managed stress on physical and emotional health. Coping skills and strategies for effective stress management. Individual stress profiles will be developed, emphasizing a holistic view of the individual in a rapidly changing society.

Note: Lab fee required.

2206. Holistic Health & Aging (3 s.h.) SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0350.)

Complementary and alternative medicine covers a broad range of healing philosophies, approaches, and therapies. Some are based upon religious or cultural traditions; others are driven by anti-professionalism, and still others, such as chiropractic, are alternative professions, reimbursed and regulated like allopathic medicine, but based upon alternative theories of illness and health. The purpose of this class is to describe the basic principle and practice of a number of alternative therapies.

2207. Principles of Emergency Management: A Public Health Perspective (3 s.h.) SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0351.)

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of public health preparedness and response for all hazards emergency management. It will enable health care and allied health professionals, public health professionals, and emergency responders to work together to plan and respond effectively to both natural and man-made disasters. The course will introduce students to the identified core competencies of emergency health preparedness for public health professionals that include: functional roles, communication, resource identification, problem solving, and evaluation. The issues of mental health and special populations will be introduced in an emergency management context. Students will utilize problem-based learning by analyzing actual disaster events and applying the theories, principles, and practice of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. In addition, students will learn about the importance of personal emergency preparedness, which will include the development of their own emergency plan.

Note: This course is offered only online.

2208. Natural Disasters: Response & Recovery (3 s.h.) S.

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of public health response and recovery in the context of natural disasters. It will assist health care and allied health professionals, public health professionals, and emergency responders to work together to respond effectively and to facilitate recovery in a natural disaster. The course will enable students to meet identified core competencies of emergency health preparedness for public health professionals that include functional roles, resource identification, problem solving, and appropriate response. Students will utilize problem-based learning by analyzing actual disaster events and applying the theories, principles, and practice of response and recovery. In addition, students will learn about the issues faced by special populations and how to address these special needs in natural disaster response and recovery.

2209. Violence and Injury Prevention (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0105.)

This course presents the public health perspective on violence and both intentional and unintentional injury. Course topics include information regarding the incidence of injury-related morbidity and mortality in the United States, as well as strategies for the prevention of injury.

2211. Communication in Health Care Settings (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0288.)

Communication processes, issues and problems in health care settings, particularly in the context of changes in health care organizations. Topics include communication between health care consumers and providers, in interdisciplinary health care teams, in self-help and support groups, and across ethnic groups.

2212. Advanced Human Sexuality (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0325.)

Prerequisite: Public Health 1106 (0106).

An advanced examination of human sexuality as it relates to both sexuality and personal lifestyle. Psychological, socio-cultural, political and biological issues surrounding sex and sexuality are examined in-depth.

2213. Trauma and Coping (3 s.h.)

General overview of issues surrounding cognitive and affective strategies to help students become aware of trauma-related coping behaviors. Common reactions to trauma would cover emergency situations, on-going trauma and death, dying and bereavement.

2214. Power, Politics & Payments in U.S. Healthcare (3 s.h.) SS.

The course provides an overview of the finances and infrastructure on which the U.S. health care system is based as well as a basic overview of the health policy process. Students will learn about private and public health insurance, including Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP, as well as discuss the growing problem of uninsured populations. In addition, students will explore the policy process behind our current health system, focusing on the role of the legislative, executive, and judicial systems, as well as special interest groups and the role of public opinion in health policy.

2215. Special Populations: Strategic Community Outreach (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: Public Health 2207 or permission of instructor.

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and models of strategic community outreach as it pertains to the special population communities, within the context of emergency management planning, response, and recovery. It will assist health care and allied health professionals, public health professionals, and emergency responders to understand how accessible information and technology is part of the community outreach strategy. The course will enable students to meet identified core competencies of emergency preparedness for public health and emergency professionals, which include: functional roles, resource identification, problem solving, and appropriate response. Students will utilize problem-based learning by analyzing actual and scenario based disaster events and applying the theories, principles, and practice of strategic community outreach pertaining to emergency response and recovery. In addition, students will learn about the issues faced by special population communities and how to address these special needs in all hazard response and recovery.

2216. Ethnicity, Culture and Health (3 s.h.) F S.

Students will become familiar with the key concepts in public health literature on race and ethnicity and how various aspects of culture influence health. We will also examine how prejudice and discrimination, and neighborhood and community context may contribute to health disparities.

Note: This course is restricted to public health majors and minors only.

2217. Health Hazards in the Construction Industry (3 s.h.)

This introductory course will survey selected chemical, physical, and biological health hazards in the construction industry through lectures, assigned readings, and field visits. The primary focus will be on preventing, recognizing and controlling these hazards to prevent acute and chronic health effects. Chemical exposures, respiratory protection, noise hazards, ergonomic stressors, and biohazards will be addressed.

2218. Prediction and Prevention of Construction Related Accidents (3 s.h.)

This course provides an examination of different management approaches to the prediction and prevention of construction related accidents. Methods of accident investigations and the mechanics of an accident will be reviewed. Also this course will cover methods of accident prevention through understanding the general principles of hazard control, loss control procedures and analysis, program implementation and maintenance. During this course, a visit to a construction site will be conducted.

2285. Construction Safety Management Internship (3 s.h.)

Prerequisite: CE 2196, PUBHLTH 2217.

This course will consist of field work as well as an in-class lab component. The primary focus will be on obtaining experience in the field as a Construction Safety Management professional under an appropriate supervisor. Students will reflect on their experiences through a journal highlighting their activities. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to discuss their fieldwork with other Construction Safety Management students in the classroom.

2304. HEART Peer Educator Training (3 s.h.) S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0206.)

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the HEART Peer Education program.

Peer educators are Temple University students who focus on promoting campus social and educational environments consisting of lower-risk choices, which reflect the attitudes, behaviors, and values of healthy lifestyles. The peer educators are trained to facilitate on-campus as well as off-campus workshops and programs that deal with sexual health, nutrition, and fitness, stress management, tobacco, and other general wellness issues. This class is meant only for those students training to be HEART peer educators.

Note: This course is for HEART Peer Educators only. Prior to fall 2010, the course title was “Health Teaching Techniques for Peer Educators.”

3101. Epidemiology (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0225.)

Prerequisite: Statistics (QB) course: Math 1013 (C067), Psychology 1167 (C067), Sociology 1167 (CO67) or Statistics 2101 (CO21).

This course explores the application of epidemiology practices in public health including: using and interpreting data, calculating measures of health status, and identifying various research study designs used in epidemiologic studies. Additionally, the course will apply the steps in epidemiological disease investigation in order to become familiar with the methodology used in studying an epidemic outbreak.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors or minors only.

3102. Research Methods (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH W312.)

This course will cover the basic concepts of public health research including: study designs, human subjects protection, quantitative and qualitative research techniques and data collection. These concepts will be applied to public health settings and topics.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only.

3103. Counseling Techniques for Health Professionals (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0324.)

An introduction to counseling techniques used by health professionals working with individuals and groups.

3104. Professional Seminar in Public Health I (3 s.h.) F S.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0200.)

Prerequisite: Open to Public Health majors only. Co-Requisite: PUBHLTH 3105, PUBHLTH 3496.

Introduction to various professional issues including, but not limited to: multi-culturalism, professional organizations, and ethics as well as professional behavior in public health settings.

Note: This course should only be taken the semester before going out on the first internship, Public Health 3185 (0280).

3105. The Teaching-Learning Process (3 s.h.) F.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0302.)

Prerequisite: Kinesiology 1223 (C100).

The health teaching process explores the science and art of teaching. Included in this course are the beginning skills that begin the development of being an effective facilitator/teacher/presenter in a variety of settings: planning, teaching and evaluating lessons, and writing measurable objectives. This course focuses on learning and applying various teaching methods and strategies to the content of the discipline and practicing these skills in a controlled environment with high school students from an alternative high school from the School District of Philadelphia.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only. Includes a weekly one-hour practicum.

3185. Internship I (4 to 6 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0280.)

Prerequisite: Public Health 3104 (0200), 3496 (W321) and 3105 (0302), Kinesiology 1223 (C100) and 1224 (C101).

A field placement experience at an agency in which students are involved with ongoing public health projects and programs.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only.

3208. International Health Study Abroad (6 s.h.) SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0301.)

Prerequisite: Must be approved by the International Programs office. Co-Requisite: Public Health 4391 (0210).

Study abroad in Costa Rica.

3382. Independent Study in Public Health (1 to 6 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0140.)

Supervised independent projects on issues related to public health.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only. Must be approved by faculty before registration.

3496. Introduction to Public Health Programs (3 s.h.) F. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH W321.)

An overview of public health programs, functions, services and interactions within and between public and private sector agencies on local, state and national levels. Emphasis on completing needs assessments of community issues and designing innovative community programs to meet consumer needs. Involves writing a fictional grant proposal.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only. It is the first part of two semester, writing intensive capstone. Precedes PUBHLTH 3596.

3596. Public Health Program Administration (3 s.h.) S. RCI: WI.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH W340.)

Prerequisite: Public Health 3496 (W321).

A continuation of Public Health Programs, with an emphasis on understanding the steps necessary to market and administer a successful health program.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only.

4185. Internship II (8 to 10 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0380.)

Prerequisite: Public Health 3185 (0280).

Semester long field based placement where students apply academic learning to demonstrate competencies associated with entry-level practice.

Note: This course is for Public Health majors only.

4391. Directed Research in Public Health (3 s.h.) SS.

(Formerly: PUBHLTH 0210.)

Study abroad in Costa Rica.

4991. Honors Directed Research: Prevention Research in Public Health (3 s.h.)

This course is designed to provide you with an opportunity to participate in a project carried out by a research team as a research assistant. You will be participating in a range of activities on the project, depending on your schedule, your aptitude with particular tasks, and the project needs at various times.

Note: Must be approved by faculty prior to registration.