CRIM 101 - Crime & Justice Systems

Institution:

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Subject:

Criminology

Description:

Introduces the field of criminology through the examination of historical data, statistical information, theories of criminal causation, social control of behavior, development of laws, evaluation of criminal justice system policies, procedures, and trends. Emphasizes terminology of the field, an awareness of the methods of inquiry utilized in the field, and examination of personal attitudes and values regarding crime and responses to crime.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iup.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 357-2100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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