Divisions
Course Description
This course will focus on various issues surrounding the sociological study of crime. Students will examine how crime is defined, its distribution over different types of societies and social groups, the different methods used to measure the extent and nature of crime, theories of crime causation, the characteristics of criminals and victims, particular types of criminal conduct, and approaches to crime control. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J occasionally; C occasionally.
Academic Level (Course Level)
CR
Schedule Type
Lecture, Interactive TV
Grade Modes
Audit, Special Audit, Standard Letter Grade, Credit/Fail Standard Letter
Instructional Methods
In Person (on campus)
Course Attributes
ALUR, APLN, CULU, DIVE, E, GLPS, L, S, SOCS