CJ 311 - Statistical Analysis in Criminology

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Stonehill College

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Description:

Three Credits Spring Semester An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to the field of criminology. Topics include: measures of distribution, frequency, cross-tabulation, and analysis of variance and correlation. The course will also cover creating variable lists, data coding, creating databases for criminal justice agencies, analyzing the data using a variety of software packages, and presenting the data in narrative and graphic formats. Students will learn how to use Microsoft ACCESS to create databases, the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences to analyze data, and Microsoft Powerpoint for statistical presentations. Prerequisite: SO 101 and CJ 310 (formerly SO/CJ 306). May not earn credit for both SO/CJ 308 and CJ 311.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stonehill.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 565-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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