Biostatistics and Clinical literature appraisal (1 hr Lecture+1 hr Tutorial)

Description

This course provides basic concepts of biostatistics and data analysis. It includes introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, interpretation of estimates, confidence intervals and significance tests, elementary concepts of probability and sampling; binomial and normal distribution, basic concepts of hypothesis testing, estimation and confidence intervals, t-test and chi-square test, linear regression theory and the analysis of variance. The course also focuses on techniques for critical appraisal of the medical literature.

Program

Bachelor of Pharmacy - PharmD

Objectives

• a. Knowledge and Understanding a.1. Understand basics concepts of biostatistics b. Intellectual Skills b.1. Categorize the different methods of data collection, aggregation and statistical analysis. b.2. Differentiate the different pillars of critical appraisal regarding clinical literature. c. Professional and Practical Skills c.1. Organize different clinical research designs focusing on both the results & statistical analysis domains. c.2. Apply the use of statistical significance measures to provide a sound conclusion. c.3. Practice computer statistical software specifically (Statistical Package for the Social Science SPSS) to handle different types of statistical analysis. d. General and Transferable Skills d.1. Accommodate the different resources of evidence – based therapy based on statistical capabilities. d.2. Improve critical thinking, problem-solving skills through problem – based interactive discussions to upgrade the pharmacy practice performance.