Apr 19, 2024

2017-18 Undergraduate Catalog

2017-18 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PY 275 Advanced Research Methods

This class introduces students to advanced topics in psychological research methods, including multiple regression, path analysis, factor analysis, and structural equation modeling, moderation, mediation, measurement theories and missing data theory. The primary focus is given to multiple regression. This class incorporates both lecture and seminar discussion. For the seminar component, students learn how the techniques are used in actual journal articles by criticizing the research methodology used.

Prerequisite: PY 111, MA 141 and PY 142 or equivalent in another area or permission of the instructor.