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Mathematical Modeling of Infectious Diseases
EPI 260

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Description

This course will cover selected topics and techniques in the use of dynamical models to study the transmission dynamics of infectious diseases. Class sessions will primarily consist of lectures and demonstrations of modeling techniques. Techniques will include design and construction of appropriate differential equation models, equilibrium and stability analysis, parameter estimation from epidemiological data, determination and interpretation of the basic reproductive number of an infection, techniques for sensitivity analysis, and critique of model assumptions. Specific topics will include the use of age-seroprevalence data, the effects of population heterogeneity on transmission, stochastic models and the use of models for pathogens with multiple strains. This course is designed for students with a basic understanding of mathematical modeling concepts who want to develop models for their own work.

Course Note: Previous course in calculus is required
Course Prerequisite(s): EPI501; may be taken concurrently.

School Harvard Chan School
Credits 2.5
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Department Epidemiology
Course Component Lecture
Instruction Mode In Person
Grading Basis HSPH Student Option (Audit, Ordinal)
Course Requirements Pre-requisites: EPI501; may be taken concurrently. Students outside of HSPH must request instructor permission to enroll in this course