LAJ 400 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice

Description:
This course examines current research in criminal justice and research methods and statistics. Students will critique current methods. LAJ 300 is recommended. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: Completion of the Basic Skills in the General Education requirements or DTA.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Conduct independent quantitative and qualitative research
Demonstrate an ability to analyze quantitative data
Read, comprehend, and critique scholarly research in the social sciences (emphasis on criminal justice and criminology literature)
Construct a realistic research plan

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/16/2014