CJFS 3750 - Theories of Criminal Behavior

Goal: The objectives for this course are for students to understand the causes of crime and why individuals commit crimes.

Content: The focus of this course are theories of crime and of criminal behavior and the contexts (individual and societal characteristics, family, and neighborhood) associated with crime and offending.

Taught: Annually, fall and spring.

Prerequisite: CJFS 1120 or LGST 1110 or SOC 1100. For criminal justice majors, it is strongly recommended that you complete CJFS 1140 prior to enrolling in this class.

Credits: 4