Course Description:

Analyzes the sociological aspects of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system. Explores the history and social construction of crime and criminality and examines the definition of crime and its violations as well as the laws and methods used to control criminal behavior. Discusses the measurement of crime and basic theoretical explanations of criminal behavior. UC Credit Limitations - SOC M160 and SOC 216 combined; maximum credit, one course. Notes: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP 2811 for 45 contact hours. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: SOC M15. C-ID: SOCI 160.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, CSU Area D: Social Sciences, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Notes:

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP 2811 for 45 contact hours.

Section Information as of 20-JUN-2026 02:06:44 PM

• CRN: 31788
• Instructor: Vieira, Danielle
• Section Corequisites: NONE
•  Participates in Zero Textbook Cost Program
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Moorpark College Bookstore

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