SOCI 301 - Research Methods and Statistics

Credit(s): 4

RESEARCH METHODS & STATISTICS
Component: Lecture
This course introduces research methods and data analysis in the social sciences. The goal of this course is to learn how to learn from data. This class will discuss how social scientists design research studies and collect and analyze data. At the end of the course, students will be able to understand commonly used statistical techniques in academic articles, think objectively about conclusions drawn from data, and perform basic statistical analysis independently using statistical software.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 4 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: SOCI 201 and MATH 113 or MATH 114 or MATH 115 or MATH 221 or MATH 241.

Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

General Education Objectives:
GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE4: Critically Evaluate Ethical Implications GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5B: Reason Computationally GE5C: Reason Scientifically