SOCIOLOGY 441 - Criminology

Institution:

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Subject:

Description:

I or II; 3-4 cr (S-A). Definition and measurement of crime. Social-psychological explanations of individual criminal acts: social-structural theories of criminal law and crime rates. Behavior systems and types of criminal behavior such as organized crime and white collar crime. Theories of treatment and control, correctional methods, and the administration of justice. P: Jr st & one course in sociol or cons inst.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wisc.edu

Phone Number:

(608) 262-1234

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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