PY 283 - Research Methods

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: PY 201 (C or Higher) and [PY 281 (C or Higher) or MA 215 (C or Higher)]

English Prerequisites: None

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: This class is an examination of basic research methods in psychology. Students will be introduced to the logic of psychological research, the formulation and testing of hypotheses, research design, sampling procedures, data collection, and data analysis. This class will also cover the consumption and critique of research, ethics in conducting research, and how individual values and cultural context influences scientific research.

Department Consent: No Department Consent Required

General Education Distribution Category Met: None