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PSYC 120 – Intro to Research Methods (CRN: 97313) at College of San Mateo for Fall 2024

PSYC 120 Introduction to Research Methods

Students examine fundamental elements of empirical research and the ways psychologists and sociologists think critically. Includes attention to the nature of theory, hypothesis, variables, and ethics of research. Application of qualitative and quantitative analytic tools, including logic and research design, such as survey, observational, experimental, case study, and comparative historical research. Computer applications are introduced.

Units: 3

Degree Credit

Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)

Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
Homework hours/semester: 96-108

Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and either MATH 200 OR PSYC 121.

Corequisites: None

Recommended: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 100 or 105

AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E2b, E5b

Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area D), UC* (IGETC Area 4)

C-ID: POLS 160, PSY 200

College of San Mateo : Map

Department: Psychology

Number of Units: 3

Textbook: View textbook in Bookstore

Instructor: James Clifford Jr, clifford@smccd.edu

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IGETC: 4I-Psychology - CSM

CSU: D9-Psychology - CSM

Section Information as of Saturday, May 18 2024 - 12:36:16 pm

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InstructorSection	Meeting Date	Meeting Time	Days	Building	Room	Section	Section Description
HYA - Lecture and/or Discussion Meeting Date: 08/20-12/03 Meeting Time: 8:10am-9:25am Days: T Building: 10 Room: 0195 Instructor: James Clifford Jr	08/20-12/03	8:10am-9:25am	T	10	0195	HYA	Lecture and/or Discussion
HYA - Online Meeting Date: 08/20-12/03 Meeting Time: Days: Building: Virtual Room: Remote Instructor: James Clifford Jr	08/20-12/03			Virtual	Remote	HYA	Online

Critical Dates for this Course	Date
Last day to add class	August 27, 2024
Last day to drop with a refund	August 27, 2024
Last day to drop without a "W"	September 2, 2024
Last day to drop with a "W"	November 13, 2024
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option	December 3, 2024

San Mateo County Community College District

PSYC 120 – Intro to Research Methods (CRN: 97313) at College of San Mateo for Fall 2024