Introduction to Criminology ((3 credit hours))

Catalog description

Provides an introduction to the understanding of criminal behavior by focusing on crime trends and patterns, the amount of crime, and the theories of crime. Theories of crime will include the biological, psychological, sociological, and integrated explanations of behavior. Theories of crime will be utilized to address the procedures and administration of criminal justice in society. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).