CRMJ 250 Introduction to Criminal Justice
XL: SOCI 250
This survey course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the concepts, phenomenon, and issues of concern in the scientific study of crime and justice practices. It provides the student with an overview of the nature, dynamics, and etiological theories of crime and criminal behavior as well as the structure and operation of each of the principle components of the Criminal Justice
System (i.e., police, courts, and corrections). Special emphasis is given to current research findings in crime policy and criminal practice.
PRQ: None
Scheduled: Every fall
Meets: SNO