SOCI 135 - Introduction to Crime

    Recent Professors
    John P. Harris, Romana Pires
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Difficulty
    5.7Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a sociological examination of crime, criminality, and deviance in society with a focus on types of deviant and criminal behaviors, history, and patterns in the United States. Topics include sociological theories, definition and measurement of crime, cultural values and norms related to deviance, social inequality, criminal justice system, and the laws and methods used to control crime and deviance. (Formerly SOC 135)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:15pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:05am