LAW 117 Criminology Law

COURSE NAME:  LAW 117 CRIMINOLOGY

Course Description (Detailed Syllabus is released upon registration)

Students will learn the essentials of Criminology.  Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1) explain the basic concepts in criminology and the causes and patterns of criminal and deviant behavior, 2) describe the legal and behavior aspects of a crime and discuss the difference between crime and deviance, 3) identify general elements of criminological theory and examine the causes of traditional and non-traditional criminal behavior, and 4) discuss the concepts of crime by the public and recognize that crime is not a simple problem.

Prerequisites

None

Required Resource Purchases

Textbook’s name, author’s name, and the ISBN will be released to the students upon registration.  . 

Software and additional resources, including author’s name and the ISBN will be released to the students upon registration.    

Additional Materials for Learning

1. Access to a printer or printing shop such as FedEx Kinko’s
2. Access to high speed Internet and a reliable computer
3. E-mail account that will be checked daily

Course Grading and Policies

1. Points from:  Lessons, Assignments, Tests, Classroom Discussion, and Course Portfolio are factors in grade point calculation.
2. A = 90% – 100%, B = 80% – 89%, C = 70% – 79%, D = 60% – 69%, F = 59% and Below.
3. Late Assignment Policy: If unable to complete assignments or tests on time, please contact your instructor before the due dates.  Assignments or tests submitted after the due date without appropriate excuse and pre-approval will receive a zero score.

Award Upon Completion

The student will receive 3 Credit Hours upon completion of this course.