SOC 2226 Criminology

This course presents a framework for studying the nature and the causes of crime and criminal behavior. Focus is provided through criminal typologies and the myriad of theories using multi-disciplinary perspectives.

Prerequisites: SOC 1101

Course Outcomes

• Assess scholarly works and scientific research in the field of Criminology.
• Examine current trends, issues, and topics in criminology.
• Analyze causation, etiology, and prevention of criminal behavior.
• Analyze research on the cause and effect of crime.
• Identify various treatment approaches for criminals.
• Distinguish among diverse views characterizing criminal behavior.
• Analyze theories of the development of criminal law and the legal process.
• Apply classical and contemporary theories of criminology.
• Identify the policies, processes and punishments associated with criminal procedures.

Credit Hours: 3

• Classroom: 3 hours

• Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
• Department: Sociology

• Repeatable Credit: No
• Offered Online: Yes