CMS 04350 - Communication Studies Research Methods

Credits: 4

This course introduces the student to quantitative and qualitative research methods used in communication studies. Students will learn about research procedures, identification and definition of variables, sampling methods, and basic statistical methods such as discourse analysis, correlational analysis, parametric and non-parametric tests, and descriptive techniques. Students will become familiar with current communication studies research and will design and complete a research project.

Prerequisite Courses: (CMS 04200 with a minimum grade of C- or CMS 01220 with a minimum grade of C-) and (CMS 04250 with a minimum grade of C- or CMS 01300 with a minimum grade of C-)
Course Attributes: CAT, UGRD