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Feb 02, 2025
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PSY 365 - Psychology of Criminal Behavior An overview of psychological theories related to criminal behavior including the application of theories to manage violent behavior and to specific types of offenders. Specific offenders covered may include psychopaths, sexual offenders and serial offenders. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe psychological theories used to explain the etiology of criminal behavior.
- Describe how theories can be utilized to manage criminal behavior.
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various psychological theories in relation to explaining criminal behavior.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ways that theories relate to specific offending types.
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