CMJS 2233 - Gangs: An Individual and Group Perspective

Description
The course is designed to provide the student with an overview of street gangs. An introduction to the history of gangs, gang dynamics, criminal activities, identification of differences between gangs, narcotic involvement, and gang philosophy.

Pre-Requisite
NONE

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 contact hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this course students will be able to:

Explain the history of gang development in the U.S. and their growth in corrections.
Differentiate between the various types of gangs and understand the differences.
Explain the relevance of gangs to criminal activity in Arkansas and the United States.

General Education Outcomes Supported
N/A

Standard Practices
N/A