CRIM 302 - Deviant Behavior

3 Credit(s)

An analysis of causes and forms of deviant behavior from the sociological perspective. Focus is on sociological theories and processes by which behaviors are defined as deviant and how such definitions affect the individual. We will also study the social reactions to these forms of deviant behavior. This course focuses on criminal as well as non-criminal deviance.

Prerequisite(s): CRIM 102 or SOCI 101.

Course Frequency: ALT S

Notes: Double-listed with SOCI 302.
Grading Method: Student option.

Learning Outcomes:

Explain how deviance is defined and produced.
Identify the major explanations, theories, and sociological research on deviance.
Articulate your awareness of the politics of deviance and social control.
Identify the influences of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, nation, and other factors in defining deviance and social control.
Demonstrate the ability to search, read, and critically evaluate professional literature in both criminology and sociology.