Course Details

PS 404 Overview

This course provides students with hands-on experience as a psychological research assistant on a faculty-driven research project. It requires a basic understanding of research methods. Under the guidance of a faculty member, the student will participate in activities that may include data collection and analysis, literature reviews or other components of academic research. Students can receive 1-3 credits for this course depending on the extent of involvement in the research project and the nature of research assistant duties. Number of credits to be awarded will be determined by the individual faculty member and the department chairperson before the start of this independent study. This course is offered pass/fail. Prerequisite: PS 101, sophomore status, written consent of the instructor and department chair.