This course is designed to explore crime, its context, and especially its causes. First, a foundation will be provided concerning the basic concepts of crime, law, and criminology. Next, theories of crime causation will be explored. The etiology or causes of crime are at the heart of this course, with the theories acting as pillars in the class structure. Next, crime typologies will be examined, or the different kinds of crimes most prevalent in our society. Lastly, we will gain an overview of the criminal justice system itself. The intent of this format is to present a balanced perspective on the field of criminology for new students to the discipline. Attention will also be directed to assure inclusion of issues concerning race, gender, and class, which are often overlooked.
Public Security
公安学是研究调整有关国家安全与社会治安秩序的社会关系的行为规律的，一门社会科学与自然科学相交叉的综合学科。它关注什么是人类社会的安全，为什么人类社会会出现安全问题，怎样才能实现人类社会的安全。
