SOC-410 THEORIES OF DEVIANCE
Survey of the various theories used to explain deviant behavior. Specific topics, including socio-biological, psychiatric and behavioristic theories; socio-ecological, cultural, social learning and social control models; and labeling and social conflict theories are explored through the writings of classical and contemporary criminologists and sociologists. Prerequisites: CRM 200 or SOC 201 and one additional SOC or CRM course or permission of the Department Chair.
Distribution
Sociology & Criminology