2016-2017 Graduate Catalog

CJ 501 Theories & Analysis of Crime Causation & Deviance

This course examines the development and application of theories of crime causation and social deviance. The course includes an assessment of the issues and problems involved in controlling crime and deviance in society. Students learn about the nature of criminal behavior and the impact of this behavior on the victims, and study the development of programs and policies to control crime and assist the victims.

Credits

3