[Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or equivalent; PSYC 270, SOC 270, or MATH 119, or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: RDG 158 or equivalent or through the Southwestern College multiple measures placement processes; PSYC 271 or SOC 271 or equivalent.] Introduces scientific methodology in psychology with an emphasis on descriptive, experimental, and applied research. Teaches the American Psychological Association writing style for empirical report writing. This course is intended for psychology majors and behavioral science students interested in the processes of research. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID PSY 200]