Courses

A survey of the various religions of the world, including Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism and others. They are critiqued from a Christian perspective. Emphasis is given to Christian mission efforts among adherents of other world religions. (General Education/Humanities)

This course presents a comparative study of the major religions of the world. Total Hours: 15 Sophomore Year Fall Semester

The course will provide a comprehensive review of survey research methods, and conduct quality survey research projects for theory driven or applied research. These analysis; questionnaire construction; survey administration/data collection; calculation verification and quality control; and sources of error in survey research.

This course will introduce one of the most common research methods used in the field of criminology: the survey. Topics covered will include sampling, modes of conducting surveys, question wording, and dealing with non-response. In the later part of the semester, students will gain practical knowledge of the topic by conducting live telephone interviews.

Survey design, sampling, instrumentation, data collection and analysis, and report writing.

Overview of survey research, sampling issues, selection and construction of survey instruments, response effects, issues influencing response rate, reliability and validity of survey data, and analysis of survey data.

Examination of theoretical models of survey responses, as well as common approaches and best practices to survey design, recruitment, and analysis.

Examination of theoretical models of survey responses, as well as common approaches and best practices to survey design, recruitment, and analysis.

This course addresses the procedures and techniques used to create social surveys including question formulation, metrics, and question scaling. Students learn how to prepare face-to-face, telephone, and mail surveys, and are trained in sampling procedures related to survey administration.

This course exposes students to the practical aspects of public health survey research by emphasizing the development of skills to design and administer a survey questionnaire. Techniques of survey research are introduced including survey design, modes of data collection, sampling, questionnaire construction, maintaining data quality, pretesting techniques, and ethical considerations of survey research.