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HSPS 410 - Research Methods


3 hrs (Sem I)
The objective of this course is to provide a foundation for the student to conduct successful applied research within the framework of the Homeland Security and Public Safety environment. The primary areas covered will be scientific methods of research design, principles of data collection, interpretation of research data and ethical concerns (avoidance of bias and prejudice) in survey battery instruments or procedures. Students will be required to develop a research project and present it to the class. 3 lecture hours.

Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MATH 110 Statistics ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor.