CRJU 2230 - Introduction to Criminology

Institution:

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

Subject:

Description:

3 hours. Prerequisite: Exemption from or successful completion of READ 0099. This course is an examination of the different sociological and physiological theories of criminology, as well as a historical perspective of deviant and criminal behaviors in American society. The course focuses on different theories of prevention and intervention, the biological, physiological, social, and environmental causes of criminal behavior and delinquency. The course will also address specific topic areas of personal violence, property and white-collar crimes, crime victims, and crime prevention. The student will be introduced to the concepts of criminal behavior profiling, and several high-profile criminal cases where it was used. Fall.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.abac.edu

Phone Number:

(229) 391-5001

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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