2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 01, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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SOC 262 - The Sociology of Crime and Deviance

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This course examines the major themes and perspectives within the sociology of crime and deviance. Classical and contemporary literature and research will be examined with a view to understanding the personal and social structural dimensions of criminal and deviant behavior within society including the implications for social policy and control. Emphasis will be placed on individualistic versus sociological explanations of criminal behavior, crime data and research, and patterns of criminality and victimization.

Prerequisite(s): SOC 201.

Offered Fall 2020 and alternate Fall semesters.



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