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CJ 211 - Quantitative Analysis in Criminal Justice and Social Work

Credits: 4

The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. The course will cover types of variables, summary statistics, visual representation of data, variability, probability, populations and samples, and parametric and non-parametric tests of significance as applied to criminal justice settings.

Prerequisite/Corequisite
CJ 210 or SW 210

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Conduct and interpret a variety of statistical tests, including descriptive and inferential statistics. 
  • Visualize descriptive data with charts and graphs.
  • Develop a critical mindset when it comes to being both consumers and producers of data.
  • Analyze data using a variety of computer-based tools (Excel, SPSS, etc.), in doing so will develop an understanding of basic statistical techniques. 
  • Develop the tools necessary to understand and critically evaluate and effectively apply a variety of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques.


Cross-listed
PY 202


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