Abstract
This subject introduces students to current methodological and statistical techniques used in psychological research. A number of methodological approaches and data collection techniques are examined and evaluated. Students are also introduced to hypothesis testing, a range of common parametric and non-parametric inferential tests, and computer analysis of data.
Syllabus
the foundations of researchintroduction to quantitative methodssamplingethical principles in psychological researchtopics in parametric statisticstopics in non-parametric statisticspower, effect size, and confidence intervalsconventions for report writing in psychology
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the value of quantitative research;
2.
be able to describe the applications, limitations, strengths, and weaknesses of a range of research methodologies;
3.
be able to select appropriate methodology(ies) for answering research questions;
4.
be able to describe the concepts, principles, and processes involved in developing high quality research;
5.
be able to describe and apply the ethical principles to be followed in carrying out research in psychology;
6.
be able to select, compute, and interpret selected parametric and non-parametric statistics appropriate to nominated research methods;
7.
be able to use a computer package (e.g., SPSS) to analyse data; and
8.
be able to follow the conventions of the American Psychological Association for reporting research.
Assumed knowledge
PSY101 and PSY102
Enrolment restrictions
Students may not complete PSY451 and PSY201 in the same award.