LAJ 550 - Advanced Research Methodology

Description:
This course will explore advanced research techniques often utilized in criminal justice and criminological research. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: admission to the master of science program in law and justice and completion of LAJ 535 and LAJ 536 or instructor permission.

Credits:
(5)

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

Interpret statistical output from the most common advanced techniques (e.g. Structural Equation Modeling, Multi-Level Modeling (HLM), ARIMA, Trajectory Analysis, etc)
Discuss the key factors, strengths, and limitations of each technique to assess if it has been used appropriately.
Apply select modeling techniques to analyze data.
Develop, refine, and apply skills to read, explain, and critique modern social science research.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
Approved Fall 2017

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations: