Course Details

  • Online, asynchronous
  • 5 weeks | July 13 to August 14, 2026
  • 3 credits | $2,022
  • Last day to register: May 28, 2026

Course Overview

An introduction to the major institutions of criminal justice from a social scientific perspective. Examines the structure and operation of police, courts, and corrections. Theories and concepts of sociology and other disciplines will be used to describe the workings of the criminal justice system and raise questions for critical analysis.

Additional Information 

Prerequisite(s)/Restriction(s): Open to first-year and sophomore students only. Upperclassmen must obtain permission of the instructor.

Faculty will contact all students after the Thursday, May 28, registration deadline.

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Duffy Academic Center – 112

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