PSY V07 - Introduction to Research Methods in Social and Behavioral Sciences

Recent Professors: Jose Trujillo, Farshid Moshrefi
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
Class Size: 32–55 students
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC C1000, and PSY V04 or STAT C1000
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of PSY V07
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4I · CSU GE Area D9
Description: This course introduces basic concepts, issues, and principles of scientific research as they apply to behavior and psychological processes. Strategies involved in searching the psychological literature will be presented to assist students in developing a research hypothesis. Ethical issues relevant to conducting research in the social and behavioral sciences will also be discussed. Students will design and conduct an experiment using appropriate research methodology, with emphasis on the scientific method, in addition to correlational and observational studies. Experimental data will be analyzed using statistical software and computer application related to statistics and research. Appropriate parametric or nonparametric statistical tests will guide in making decisions regarding the experimental hypothesis. Students will write a research report following APA guidelines and format.
Usually Held: Mon 11:30am–12:45pm, Wed 11:30am–12:45pm