SY 4080 - Sociology of Crime&Corrections

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Reviews historical and contemporary theories of crime from early biological theories to contemporary sociological perspectives. Students are introduced to the problem of defining crime, including the whole range of corporate and white-collar crime, as well as more conventionally understood "violent crimes". They are introduced to a cross-section of current research in the area. In the second part of the course, students review the history and development of theories of punishment and the origin and development of modern correctional facilities in the U.S. Special attention is given to current problems in federal and state prisons and local jails, including prisoners' rights and constitutional issues of cruel and unusual punishment. Offered every year.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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