SOC 6130

Designed for those without a background in mathematics or statistical programming, this class prepares graduates for careers that require expertise in applied data science. It provides students with practical data analysis skills to address research questions in the social sciences, including sociology and criminal justice, and beyond. Students will learn various analytic techniques, understand their applications, and gain hands-on experience with survey data, theory testing, and program and policy evaluation. To improve career readiness, the course introduces students to a variety of software tools and explores the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning for data generation and analysis. [Department(s): Department of Sociology and Anthropology]