CJS 140CRIMINOLOGY

McHenry County College · 3.0 credits · UGRD

Catalog

Criminology looks at why certain people commit crimes and how criminal acts originate and develop. It studies research on the complex relationship between individuals and cultural norms that leads to criminal conduct. Students also discuss society's response to crime through imprisonment and other sanctions, and the effectiveness of such sanctions. PSY 151 or SOC 151 are recommended but not required. (1.1- Articulated) [IAI Major Course Equivalent: CRJ912]

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 2 sections

Aug 17 – Dec 12

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
002Class #75242	Time not published	Flexible Online	Shafer, Sam
002 notes: Instructional method: Online/Internet
001Class #75251