PSYC 479 - Industrial Psychology

Units: 4
Application of psychological principles to the work setting. Topics include the statistical models used in validity studies, selection decision strategies, the application of learning theory to training, and the application of measurement theory to performance appraisal.

Prerequisites: PSYC 370.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Variable Intermittently

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Structure a hiring procedure that is legally sound.
Complete a validity study using SPSS and multiple regression.
Set up a training program and determine if it was successful.
Know how to evaluate work performance using reliable and valid measurement strategies.