SOC 2250 Social Research Methods

3 Hours

Prerequisites: SOC 1010 and MTH 1150 or Instructor’s consent.

An introduction to the basic skills necessary in conducting empirical research in the social sciences. Topics covered will include the logic of science in sociology, literature reviews, design and measurement, use of primary and secondary data, ethical issues in research, and writing research reports. This course will be offered every spring.

Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (R - Undergraduate Research).