This course consists in equipping with both MPH and MSc EPI students with skills on effective management of public health emergencies (disasters). It will provide you not only with a solid theoretical and conceptual understanding of Disaster risk management (DRM), but also takes you through the practical application of the concept and practices in different settings.
At the end of this course, students should be able:
1. To understand the key concepts and terminologies related to disasters and the classification
2. To be equipped with knowledge of the key public health consequences of disasters and demonstrate how the disaster management cycle can be used to address these consequences
3. To be equipped with the knowledge and skills to be able to respond promptly to outbreaks of disease, so as to prevent spread of infection and reduce deaths
4. To describe the key considerations in handling Mass Casualty Incidents, and communication processes in a disaster situation
The module describes the principles and physics of x-ray production, x-ray generators, x-ray tube , heat dissipation and radiation productions
This module explores the concepts of ubiquitous computer and technologies to provide assertive support in the population. It explores the use of telemedicine and e-Health solutions for medical support. This is underpinned by an exploration of wireless technologies.
This module explores the concepts of ubiquitous computer and technologies to provide assertive support in the population. It explores the use of telemedicine and e-Health solutions for medical support. This is underpinned by an exploration of wireless technologies.
application of relevant laws, rules and regulation. The environmental chemistry emphasis on how the specific discipline of chemistry can help us understand contemporary environmental issues, and what it tells us about possible solutions to environmental problems the world is facing. While climate change analyse the causes and main impact of climate change on public health. It suggests and apply practical measures for adaptation and mitigation of these impacts.
Explore Food and Nutrition and aspects relating food processing and Nutrition
Aims of the module
a) To enable the students apply the knowledge of nutrition they have in order to gain practical experience.
b) To provide the students with the opportunity to practice communication skills necessary to interact with the members of the community and other health professionals
c) To Visit different Health settings (Hospitals, Health centers, Prisons, Rwanda Bureau of Standards)
7. Aims of the module
Enable students to apply theories in clinical and community settings, different behavioral
theories used in nutrition counseling and education and explain socio cultural aspects and
trend in food consumption