HS 150 - Introduction to Healthcare Informatics

Description:
Explore the rapidly evolving interdisciplinary field of healthcare informatics and the vital role information systems play in 21st century healthcare. Learn how computer technology and information science come together to further research and improve healthcare quality and delivery. Key concepts include data exchange and interoperability, clinical applications, telemedicine, healthcare consumerism, and population health.

Prerequisites:
MATH 95 or suitable placement test score

Typically Offered on the Main Campus:
Occasionally

Typically Offered on the Branch Campuses:
Marshfield: Fall terms of odd years; Wausau: Fall terms of odd years

1 cr.