Sociology 313 - Survey Design and Analysis
Spring
2017
01
3.00
Paul Knudson
TU TH 11:30AM 12:45PM
UMass Amherst
20588
This course will introduce the theory and practice of survey research through relevant literature and hands-on experiences. Topics include problem definition, constructs and hypotheses, sample selection, protocol design and measurement, and the causal modeling of survey data. Attention will be given to practical issues in carrying out social surveys and in making good use of secondary data sources. Prerequisites: Sociology 212 and 213 or equivalents.
(Gen.Ed. R2)
(Gen.Ed. R2)