HINM 280 - Research in Health Information

CE

This course is designed to enhance the student’s ability in research methodologies. The student will use computerized databases and spreadsheets to prepare a project related to a health care topic. Basic computer literacy and keyboarding skills are necessary. PREREQUISITE(S): CMAP 120, MATH 117 or MATH 120, or consent of program coordinator. Two hours laboratory each week.

1 semester hour

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Identify the components of a research proposal.
Prepare research proposal.
Identify the components of a survey document.
Prepare a survey document.
Identify specific uses of a spreadsheet in a health information environment.
Identify characteristics of a database.
Abstract data and display the results.
Perform data base queries.
Prepare data for presentation.
Design reports using database report generation and present data.

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