Reasoning with Data
Overview
Subject area
SOC
Catalog Number
348
Course Title
Reasoning with Data
Department(s)
Description
Use of data to analyze issues, evaluate arguments, test hypotheses, draw conclusions and make decisions. Considers the role of chance and systematic bias in the production of data. Exploration of concepts such as experimental and statistical control and the simultaneous consideration of multiple variables. Prerequisites: Completion of College Math Requirement or MAT 128 or MAT 328, and PHI 169 or a 200 level Sociology course, or Department Permission
Cross Listed Courses
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
026017