Focuses on research methods used in a scientific psychological discipline; students will engage in experiential learning by conducting research in a specific area of psychology. Involves significant scientific-style writing. Research topics vary by instructor each semester. May be taken more than once for credit as subtitle changes for no more than nine credit hours. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and PSY 201 and PSY 301; and a grade of C- in PSY 301; and CPN 101 or CPN 103. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.) Frequency code A = offered every semester
Student Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Analyze the research methods used in a specific psychological discipline.
Describe the ethical principles governing the use of human participants or animal subjects in research.
Demonstrate research skills in a specific psychological discipline.