CRM 101INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY3

A study of the nature and cause of crime. 3 credits. Fall.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 201INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS3

This course provides an introduction to the corrections process and examines state, local, and federal, correctional systems in the United States. The evolution, philosophy, structure, roles and responsibilities, and theoretical underpinnings of the different types of correctional agencies will be discussed. An overview of the effectiveness of the various parts of the correctional system will discussed in addition to the impact the correctional system has on recidivism. Prisons rights over the years will also be examined.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 209CRIMINOLOGICAL THEORY3

A survey of the outstanding criminological thinkers from Beccaria to current theorists, along with the development of the several schools of thought and their influence upon present-day criminological theory. Pre-requisites: CRIM-101. 3 credits. Spring.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 210DEVIANCE AND SOCIAL CONTROL3

An examination of conceptions of deviance behaviors, beliefs, and characteristics in American society. Explores the relationship between deviance and social control, theoretical explanations, and the importance of power in the labeling process.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 220VICTIMOLOGY3

Introduces students to the leading theories and research in the area of victimization. Special emphasis will be placed on patterns of victimization over time, victim-offender relationships, and the experience of victims in the criminal justice system.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 252RACE AND CRIME3

This course focuses on the significance of race and ethnicity to the criminal justice system and criminal offending.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 253GENDER CRIME AND DEVIANCE3

Examines the biological, psychological, and social-cultural correlates of gender and gender-based crime, both adult and juvenile, in American society. Students utilize current research students to examine crinimilogical theories and their applicability to women and female juveniles.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 333SERIAL KILLERS3

An examination of serial killers, specifically why they became serial killers and how they chose their victims. Explores the behaviors of serial killers as well as the factors that lead them to become killers. Analyzes the gender, racial, and other cultural demographic factors that influenced the behaviors of serial killers. Examines the gender, racial, and cultural demographic differences among the victims of various serial killers. Explores media representations and cultural perceptions of serial killers.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 409COMMUNITY POLICING3

Study of community policing in the United States. Focus is place don the evolution of community policing, police mission and culture, community partnership building, and policy implementation in the field.

Subject: CRM
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: Credits
Type: course
Edition: 2026
Source: catalog.sbu.edu

CRM 420SP.TOP. IN CRIMINOLOGY3