PLS 30300 UNDERSTANDING CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR

Studies dynamics of human behavior based on analysis of biological, cultural, sociological any psychological factors. Examines socially deviant behavior, theoretical overviews and implications for social control and the nature of social policy. Provides strategies for recognition and apprehension of serial offenders. Requires students to examine the field of criminology including theory, research and findings of biological, psychological and sociological studies of criminality through research and case studies. Includes crime as a form of deviant behavior, nature and extent of crime, societal reactions to crime, past and present theories and evaluation of prevention, control and treatment programs.Emphasis placed on police profession's experience in application of criminology theories, current trends and emerging research.