SOC 4111 - Methods of Sociological Research I

Units: 4
The nature and application of the scientific method in social research. The use of different techniques for specific problems; descriptive and analytical procedures employing the statistical, the historical, and comparative methods. Use of such research instruments as the interview, the questionnaire, and observation. Analysis of data and reporting of results. Individual projects. Prerequisites: SOC 1000 (or SOC 1002 ); STAT 1000 .