PSY 210 - Methods in Applied Measurement

In this course, students will consider some of the challenges that arise when trying to measure psychological quantities. Following an introduction to measurement in the abstract, students will perform data collection and quantitative exercises to gain insight into how a variety of standard psychological measures function, including achievement tests, personality inventories, and diagnostic scales. The course will conclude with a demonstration of the challenges of working with observational data, especially when assessing causal claims.

Unit(s): 0.25
Group Distribution Requirement(s): Distribution Group III, Distribution Group III-Data Collection and Analysis
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 (may be taken concurrently)
Restriction(s): Psychology and Neuroscience majors only
Instructional Method: Conference-Laboratory
Grading Mode: Letter grading (A-F)
Notes: Half-semester course. Registration priority is given to intended/declared psychology or neuroscience majors. Instructor approval required for non-intended/declared majors.
Not offered: 2023-24
Group Distribution Learning Outcome(s):

Collect, interpret, and analyze data.