SOC 215 - Survey of Criminology

Institution:

Green River College

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Description:

This introductory course covers the history and theory of what causes or contributes to crime, covering the major issues that confront the criminal justice system and studying the social organizations that create and enforce definitions of deviance and crime. The class is interdisciplinary in nature, working primarily from a sociological perspective, but including theories from biology, genetics, anthropology and psychology. PREREQUISITE: Eligible for ENGL& 101 or instructor's permission. Satisfies a social science requirement for AA degree.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.greenriver.edu/

Phone Number:

(253) 833-9111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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