SOC 184 - Criminology

Institution:

College of Marin

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Description:

(3.0 Units) (No prerequisite. Can be taken for credit as Sociology 184 or Administration of Justice 204. Credit will be awarded for only one course. Three lecture hours weekly.) An introduction to the major theoretical explanations of criminal behavior; social and economic factors which contribute to crime; major typologies of criminal behavior; criminal justice systems and research; courts, probation and parole; police; and other institutions. The course will take a sociological perspective and integrate theories from sociology, criminology, and criminal justice. (CSU/UC) CSU Area D-0

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marin.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 457-8811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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