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College of Liberal Arts

SOC 315 – Introduction to Research Methods (4)

Introduces basic sociological research methods, including study design, measurement, sampling, surveying, and interviewing, as well as ethical and practical dilemmas in constructing sociological research. Emphasizes valuation and critique of existing research. This course may be subject to Enforced Prerequisites that restrict registration into the course. Check the offerings below for more information.

For more information, contact OSU Ecampus at 800-667-1465 (option 1) or ecampus.ess@oregonstate.edu.

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TermCRNSecCrP/NInstructorTypeStatusCapAvailWL CapWL Avail
Sp26583704014Nelson, S.Online Open50501010
Registration Restrictions
Class Limitations: -1 (Freshman)
Campus Restrictions: -C (Corv)
Class Notes: No Show DropThis course requires online proctored testing, which may include testing fees and the use of security measures, such as a scan of your testing environment.No-show-drop (NSHD)Campus restrictions end Monday of Week 10.This course requires online proctored testing, which mayinclude testing fees and the use of security measures, suchas a scan of your testing environment. Please carefullyreview online proctor test information at:https://ecampus.oregonstate.edu/services/proctoring .
Syllabus: Available in Canvas to students enrolled in this course. Or contact instructor to request syllabus. (Note: An ONID account is required to view OSU's online directory.)
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+ = Include restriction.
- = Exclude restriction.
* = Prereq may be taken prior to or simultaneously with this course.