Penn State York

Crim 100 provides an overview of the field of criminology, focusing on the study of crime, its causes, consequences, and societal responses. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students examine various theoretical perspectives, research methods, and key concepts in understanding crime and criminal behavior. Topics may include the history of criminology, theories of crime causation, the criminal justice system, types of crime, victimology, and the role of law enforcement, courts, and correction...