CRJS 323 Victimology3 hours credit –Comprehensive study of victimization; analysis of contemporary victim-assistance and victim compensation programs and related research; review of the historical importance of victim restitution as a basis for punitive criminal law.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Students who successfully master course content will:
Recognize that crime victims make up half the crime equationUnderstand and integrate major theoretical explanations of criminal victimizationDevelop an awareness of the history and development of the crime victims’ rights movement in the United StatesEnhance sensitivity as to the impact of criminal victimization on primary victims, secondary victims and the larger communityProvide a preparatory overview of crime victim services for those seeking a career in criminal justice and / or crime victim servicesIntegrate reading material, outside assignments and in-class discussion with course materialContribute to the classroom learning experience by preparation and participation 
