SOC 318 - Quantitative Applications in Sociology

Institution:

High Point University

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Description:

Exploration of the quantitative methods and goals of conducting sociological research through existing research reports and small projects. Focus will be on framing research questions as well as addressing problems of measurement, survey construction, sampling, inferential statistics and ethical issues. Short writing projects will be integrated into the course. Statistical software will be used to illustrate multiple issues that arise in quantitative research. Three hours credit. Fall. Prerequisite: SOC 201 and the completion of MTH 131 or higher with a grade of "C" or better.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.highpoint.edu

Phone Number:

(336) 841-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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