CRJ-3810 Victimology and Criminal Behavior
This course focuses on criminal events from the perspective of the victim. It examines victimization patterns and typologies with a strong focus on the consequences of crime on the victim and on society. The course examines the major categories of crimes, making a close study of the impact of hate crime, school violence, and workplace violence. Also considered are the interactions between victims and the justice system.
Advisory: To be successful in this course, students should have earned 6 credits in Criminal Justice or have comparable knowledge and experience.