PSYC 45 — Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology
This course surveys various psychological research methods with an emphasis on research design, experimental procedures, descriptive methods, measurement tools, and the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of research data. Research design and methodology will be examined through a review of research in a variety of areas in psychology, within the context of the American Psychological Association's ethical principles and codes of conduct. This course is designed for psychology majors and other students who require familiarity with research methods. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)