Soc 331 - Criminology

Institution:

Thiel College

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Description:

An introduction to the sociological study of crime and criminality emphasizing societal reactions to violations of law and the organization of the criminal justice system. Topics include the major theoretical and methodological approaches in the study of crime, typologies of criminal behaviors, dilemmas of corrections and public policy options. (P: Two of the following courses: SOC 121, 141, CJS 101 and one upper-level SOC or CJS course numbered 261 or higher or permission of the instructor) (WIC)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.thiel.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 589-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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