PSYC 0320 - Psychometrics: Psychological Tests and Measurements

Credits: 3

Provides the student with a broad-based understanding of the field of psychometrics, including the theories and techniques of psychological assessment. This course will be driven by an individual differences perspective to understand abilities, attitudes, and personality. The functions and origins of psychological testing will be discussed, as well as the nature, development, and use of contemporary tests. Technical and methodological principles, such as norms, reliability, validity, and item analysis will be presented, and various instruments, including intelligence tests, educational tests, occupational tests, personality tests, and clinical tests will be reviewed. This course will also tackle the controversial social, legal, ethical, and cultural issues related to testing.

Prerequisites: PSYC 0101  and PSYC 0219 .

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