PSY 20100 - Introduction To Statistics In Psychology

An introduction to the development and application of statistical, quantitative, and measurement techniques pertinent to the psychological sciences. Fundamental concepts of numerical assignment, sampling theory, distribution functions, experimental design, inferential procedures, and statistical control.

Preparation for Course
P: MA 140000, 15300, 15900, 21300 or STAT 12500 with grade of C- or better, or placement at a higher level of mathematics.

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Basic introduction to statistical methods used in psychology and other social sciences.
2. Includes descriptive statistics and understand the logic of inferential statistics.
3. Be able to calculate various descriptive and inferential statistics and know when to use them.
4. Assist students to be a critical reader of statistical information presented in the news media.