This course introduces students to Public Health Surveillance, a fundamental public health function that is crucial for comprehending and monitoring population health. This course examines the theory, data collection methods, data analysis methodologies, and presentation strategies of the systematic, continuous study and interpretation of population health data to inform planning, implementation, and assessment of public health practice. Students identify the various types of surveillance and their respective applications in a variety of scenarios. During practical experiences/laboratories, data gathering tools are designed and their practical applications are examined. Real-world surveillance data are used to illustrate methods for analysis and how to convey surveillance data to various audiences. Guests who coordinate and perform monitoring in various communal contexts facilitate interactive discussions.