A systematic introduction to psychology as a science. This course may be used for the Social Science component of the Science Requirement. 1 Course 305. Instruction in the use of statistics in psychological research with particular emphasis on knowing the conditions under which various tests are used.
Considerable attention is also devoted to computer usage for statistics and data analysis.
1 Course 306. Developing the powers of precise observation, critical thinking, and clear expression. Builds upon the foundation of experimental design and statistics acquired in Psychology 305, Statistics for Psychology. Includes a series of class research projects culminating in the preparation of an individual research proposal. 1 Course 307.