I 310M: Introduction to Health Informatics

Introduction to Health Informatics (I310M) is designed for undergraduate students who are interested in health informatics – an interdisciplinary professional specialty and scientific discipline that aims to improve all aspects of health through information technology. This course is divided into three parts: (1) health informatics foundations, (2) health information technologies, and (3) using health informatics to improve health. Since health informatics is an interdisciplinary field, we will cover literature ranging from health sciences, information science, computer science, and social sciences. Students will learn core concepts of health informatics through lectures, discussions, quizzes, and a group project. The overall goal of this course is to help students become ethical and competent professionals who can leverage health informatics to enhance health delivery, management, and outcomes.