Health Informatics Courses

An introduction to medical terminology and pharmacology, necessary to understanding the use of clinical vocabularies and classification systems in health information systems.

For graduate students who wish to pursue independent study not related to their project/thesis research.

Field experience under supervision of a professional expert in a biomedical and health information sciences setting.

Students will analyze, evaluate and practice the competencies necessary for leadership unique to the health informatics profession.

Examines organizational and management issues in healthcare IT.

Examines the developing area of consumer health informatics from both theoretical and practical knowledge management perspectives through class discussions.

Health information security and methods to achieve it; stresses risk assessment and pre-emptive action

Independent research in one area of health informatics directed by a faculty member.

Independent investigation that draws upon the professional experience and knowledge synthesis of the student.

Provides students with an opportunity to present preliminary research for critique by peers and faculty.

An overview of research methods appropriate for BHIS, in order to better enable students to make research method decisions appropriate for their self-selected research project topics.

Current theories and methods in health informatics.

Examines the environment and activities necessary to plan, select, contract, and implement systems from suppliers in the health care IT industry.

Examines the impact of information systems on the health care organization and applies theory through case study analysis.

A project course applying systems analysis and design theory to health care systems evaluation, modeling and implementation.

Examination and management of data communications in and between health care facilities including examination of issues, standards, technologies, and system configurations.

On-site experience with a variety of health care applications utilizing current information technology and systems implemented in health care provider organizations.

Examination, through case studies, group and class discussions, and problem-based learning, of the effective utilization of information technology applications.

Examination, through case studies, group and class discussions, and problem-based learning, of the effective utilization of information technology applications currently in place.

An application course in which students assess and practice effective written and oral methods of communication skills necessary for health informatics professionals.

Prepares students to locate, interpret and evaluate pertinent research information sources.

Prepares students to locate, interpret and evaluate pertinent research information sources.

This course examines theories of interpersonal, organizational, and mass communication relevant to the professional communicator in the health field.

A course where students perform lab work, field work, and/or in-depth descriptive studies regarding topics related to health information management.