The study of the nature of deviance and the sociology of crime, with special attention to the sociological theories that underlay its definition, as well as the social practices that are derived from them, including the criminal justice system. Analyses range from social psychological processes and the structure of social institutions (such as family, business, government, religion and law), to methods for measuring crime rates.
This section requires the use of Canvas to access course materials, submit assignments, and receive instructor feedback. Students will need access to an internet resource to enabled applications to complete assignments. For more information about the course please see the instructor's website: https://sites.google.com/mail.ccsf.edu/alvaradostrasser.
Recommended Preparation, Readiness for college-level English or ESL 188