I 3 credits Introduction to descriptive statistics, including associational measures and probability. Statistics II 3 credits Introduction to inferential statistics, hypothesis testing, simple use of analysis of variance, and correlation coefficients. The Family 3 credits Analysis of the American family. Students consider the heritage, contemporary forms, functions, and future trends of American family life. I 3 credits Introduction to basic research techniques and skills.
Students learn how to select and apply appropriate methods to theoretical problems.
Sociological Theory 3 credits Historical and analytical discussion of major theoretical and methodological orientations in the development of sociology from Comte to the present. Scope and Methods of Research II 3 credits Continuation of SOC 387. Students learn to analyze, present, and interpret data. The course stresses measurement, scaling, and application of findings from social research. Small Groups 3 credits Analysis of theories and principles underlying social interaction in small groups and their characteristics as they relate to the operation of larger social structures.