Curriculum Document

Justification:

Sociology 382 is preferred as the prerequisite for Soc 383 because sociology and HDFS students would benefit from more exposure to multivariate analyses and statistics used more frequently in sociological research

Current:                                                                    

Soc 383:  Introduction to Methods of Research II
(class 3 credit 3)

Prerequisite:  BHS 201

Introduction to the methods of data collection and to
the use of the scientific method in social research. 
Formulation of hypotheses and research designs for their testing.  Elementary principles for the conduct of
experiments, observation, and interviewing,
documentation; content analysis; and surveys. 
Relationship between social research and social theory.

Proposed:

Prerequisite:
Soc 382  

No other change.

Impact on Students: 

Sociology students should be better prepared for SOC 383 by taking Sociology 382 instead of BHS 201.  Therefore it is the appropriate prerequisite for SOC 383. 

What other Academic Departments will be impacted?  None.    BHS 201 will continue to be offered for those majors that require it. 

Summarize any discussions with the departments listed above:

BHS faculty who currently teach BHS 201 are willing and able to teach this course. 

Impact on University Resources:  None

Impact on General Education Requirements: None.  SOC 382 is not to be included in meeting Science and Math Requirement.