Quantitative Methods and Research Design in Criminal Justice

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture | 2 hrs Lab) This course is an introduction to research design using quantitative methods. It will cover the use of descriptive and inferential statistics in the social sciences, with an emphasis on criminal justice. Students are introduced to survey research and techniques of data analysis. Lab work is included to develop computer based statistical skills for use in research. This course is required for majors and honours students. Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and CJ-2101(3). Requisite Courses: CJ-1002 [prerequisite(s)]; CJ-2114L (lab) (must be taken concurrently).