Criminology ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

This course examines the very causative explanations of the nature of crime and criminal behavior and society’s reaction to criminal and correctional institutions. Major theories of criminal behavior and current issues of crime prevention and control are also covered. The course explores criminal justice issues, examining the explanations for delinquent and criminal behavior, using various multimedia platforms. Special topics such as the motivations of terrorists, serial killers, pedophiles, and assassins are also explored.