Reason for systematic data collection; types of databases; selection of data management system; design of research databases; methods of data acquisition; design of case report forms, forms for data entry; methods of display and filtering; creation of tables and relationships; quality assurance/quality control; monitoring; auditing. Course objectives are:
- Become aware of data collection and data management considerations when planning and executing a clinical trial.
- Practice techniques learned using a simple protocol example.
- Learn what tools and procedures will avoid problems.
- Interact with experienced practitioners
Prerequisites: None
Credit: 1 hour, required for Master's degree program students
Grading Criteria: Pass/Fail; The following requirements must be met to pass this course: attendance at a minimum of 12 lectures (80% of the total lectures), all (100%) of all homework assignments turned in, and a passing grade on the final exam.
Semester Offered: Spring
Course Director: Janet Smith, Information Resources Manager, Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Biostatistics (E1.403), phone: 214 648-3810, fax: 214 648-7673
Course Administrator: Mack Dressler, Dept. of Clinical Sciences (E5.506)
phone: 214 648-6489, fax: 214 648-3934
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