SOC 470 - Criminology

Institution:

University of Hartford

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Description:

This course is an indepth analysis of the sociological factors associated with crime and criminality. The course examines definitions of criminal activity, measures of crime and the organization of criminal behaviors. Major emphasis is on evaluating and refining theories of crime based on research on patterns of violence, business crime, organized crime and theft. The course devotes special attention to changing patterns in crime, such as computer-related offenses. Prerequisites: SOC 170 and SOC 271.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hartford.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 768-4100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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