SOCI 2301 - Research Methods in Sociology

3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: SOCI 2201.
This course provides an introduction to concepts and techniques of social science research. Students will (1) become familiar with levels of measurement, sampling techniques, research design, and research techniques, (2) apply these techniques to the study of specific research questions in sociology, (3) learn the basic use of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) computer program for analyzing numerical data, (4) become familiar with both quantitative and qualitative research methodology, and (5) write a proposal for a research study.