Apr 30, 2026  
NIACC Catalog 2025-2026 
    
NIACC Catalog 2025-2026 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

SOC - 240 Criminology


(3 s.h)

Criminology surveys the history, nature, and causes of crime: analysis of the extent of criminal behavior patterns, investigation, and prosecution; correctional procedures and methods; and the organizational structure of prison systems. Examined in relation to other social problems, criminology explores a survey of crimes: cyber, property, white color, organized, public order, and violent crimes.

Lecture Hours: 45
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical Hours: 0
Work Experience Hours: 0