SOC 3700 - Crime and Society

Institution:

Southern Utah University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

This course is a survey and exploration of crime including a review of classic and contemporary criminological theories, trends in crime, and a brief historical overview. Specific topics will include property crimes, violent crimes and hate crimes, white-collar crimes, organized crime, and police discretion. The criminal justice system will be explored as a process, focusing on the U.S. correctional system today, the prison system, and alternatives to prison. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Prerequisite(s): SOC 1010 or SOC 1020 - Prerequisite Min. Grade: D- Registration Restriction(s): None

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

SOC 1010 O SOC 1020

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.suu.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 586-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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