| Course Objectives: |
This course adopts a radically sociological view of crime that focuses on the ways that crime is socially constructed, and in so doing, it challenges many of our assumptions about the criminal justice system. It focuses on the creation of law, police work, activities of the courts, and the experience of incarceration, and it provides an excellent introduction to the application of social theory. At the end of the course students can explain how crime can be seen as a social construction and, analyze the history of policing and punishment in relation to sociological theory. During the course, Turkish cases will be mentioned in order to determine the comparison with western countries. |
| Course Content: |
This course adopts a radically sociological view of crime that focuses on the ways that crime is socially constructed, and in so doing, it challenges many of our assumptions about the criminal justice system. It focuses on the creation of law, police work, activities of the courts, and the experience of incarceration, and it provides an excellent introduction to the application of social theory. At the end of the course studens can explain how crime can be seen as a social construction and, analyze the history of policing and punishment in relation to sociological theory. |
| Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
What is Criminology? |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 2) |
Criminology and the Sociological Perspective |
Steven Barkan (2009). Criminology, A Sociological Understanding, ,Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 3) |
Measuring Crime and Criminality –
Official statistics and its usefulness
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John Tierney(2005). Criminology, Theory and context, Longman, Pearson. |
| 4) |
The measurement and patterning of criminal behavior? -
Social patterns of criminal behavior
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Steven Barkan (2009). Criminology, A Sociological Understanding, ,Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 5) |
Patterns of Crime - Major crimes |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 6) |
1st midterm |
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| 7) |
Biological Roots of Criminal Behavior –
Is Criminal Behavior Determined Biologically?
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Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 7) |
Explaining Crime
Classical and Neoclassical Thought
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Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 8) |
Psychological and Psychiatric Foundations of Criminal Behavior |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 9) |
Sociological Theories : Social Structure |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 10) |
Sociological Theories : Social Process and Social Development |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 11) |
Sociological Theories : Social Conflict |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall |
| 12) |
2nd Midterm |
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| 13) |
Criminal Behaviors
Crime Against Persons
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Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
| 14) |
Crime Against Property |
Schmalleger, Frank (2006). Criminology Today, An Integrative Introduction, Pearson, Prentice Hall. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 1) |
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. |
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| 2) |
Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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| 3) |
Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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| 4) |
Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively. |
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| 5) |
Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. |
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| 6) |
Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. |
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| 7) |
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. |
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| 8) |
Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. |
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| 9) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. |
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| 10) |
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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| 11) |
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions. |
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BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
