Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025Class Size35–40 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteRecommended Preparation: SOCI 101 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4J · CSU GE Area D0DescriptionThis course introduces students to the scientific analysis of crime and criminality. Sociological concepts and theories are used to analyze the nature, extent, and cause of crime; theoretical explanations for criminal behavior will be discussed. The dynamics of law, social control, treatment processes, and victimology will be evaluated.Usually HeldMon Tue Wed Thu 12:00pm–2:10pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Tue Fri 10:30am–11:55am, Tue Fri 8:30am–9:55am 