Class Details

PSYC 15
Statistics and Research Methods in Social Science

Course Description

This course examines elementary statistics including measures of central tendency, variability, probability, correlation, tests of significance, and hypothesis testing.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
PSYC-015.-50Z-: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

4 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Also Listed As

SOC 15;

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.

Prerequisite

PSYC C1000 or SOC D001.; and Intermediate algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond intermediate algebra

Cross Listed Course(s)

• SOC 15 - Statistics and Research Methods in Social Science (4 Units)