Criminology
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Criminology
Defining criminology, its importance, and scope

Module #2
Theories of Crime Causation
Examining biological, psychological, and sociological theories

Module #3
Types of Crime
Understanding crime categories:property, violent, and white-collar crimes

Module #4
Measurement of Crime
Understanding crime rates, crime data, and the dark figure of crime

Module #5
Research Methods in Criminology
Introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods

Module #6
The Criminal Justice System
Overview of the system, including law enforcement, courts, and corrections

Module #7
Law Enforcement
History, roles, and functions of police in society

Module #8
Courts and Sentencing
Understanding the court process, types of sentencing, and sentencing reform

Module #9
Corrections and Punishment
Understanding incarceration, probation, parole, and rehabilitation

Module #10
Juvenile Justice
Understanding the juvenile justice system, delinquency, and treatment

Module #11
Violent Crime
Examining homicide, assault, and other forms of violent crime

Module #12
Property Crime
Understanding burglary, theft, and other forms of property crime

Module #13
White-Collar Crime
Examining corporate, financial, and occupational crimes

Module #14
Cybercrime
Understanding computer-mediated crimes, hacking, and online fraud

Module #15
Transnational Crime
Examining global organized crime, human trafficking, and terrorism

Module #16
Gender and Crime
Understanding the relationships between gender, crime, and victimization

Module #17
Race, Ethnicity, and Crime
Examining the relationships between race, ethnicity, crime, and justice

Module #18
Mental Health and Crime
Understanding the relationships between mental health, crime, and justice

Module #19
Substance Abuse and Crime
Examining the relationships between drugs, alcohol, and crime

Module #20
Restorative Justice
Understanding alternative approaches to justice and victim offender mediation

Module #21
Crime Prevention and Community Policing
Examining strategies for preventing crime and improving police-community relations

Module #22
Criminal Justice Policy and Reform
Understanding policy-making and reform efforts in the criminal justice system

Module #23
Ethics in Criminology
Examining ethical considerations in research, policy, and practice

Module #24
Career Development in Criminology
Exploring career paths and professional development in criminology

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Criminology career

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