CRIM 2000 - Survey of Criminology

(3 Lecture Hours 0 Lab Hours 3 Credit Hours)

This course will provide an overview of issues and controversies in criminology. In addition to a survey of the major criminological series, the course concentrates on the major types of crimes committed in America society. Additionally, students will be exposed to how major societal institutions impact upon crime control efforts. Finally, problems associated with the measurement of crime are considered.