Designed for students to advanced method application, recognizing that a primary goal of epidemiology is to estimate causal associations that provide targets for prevention and intervention. Course Information: Prerequisite(s): EPID 404; or consent of the instructor and students with a prior doctoral degree in any health sciences field. Recommended background: Minimum equivalent of one year of introductory epidemiology coursework so as to be prepared to expand upon the topics covered in introductory courses.