SOC4106

SOC 4106 - Crime on TV (3 Cr.)

Sociology (10987) TCLA - College of Liberal Arts

SOC 4106 - Crime on TV (3 Cr.)

Course description

This course uses television shows to explore sociological perspectives on crime and punishment. We will critically examine how (and to what extent) four television series represent or distort prevailing knowledge about crime and punishment.

prereq: recommended [1001 or 1011V, 1101 or 3101 or 3102]; Soph or above or instr consent; soc majors/minors must register A-F.

Minimum credits

3

Maximum credits

3

Is this course repeatable?

No

Grading basis

OPT - Student Option

Lecture

Requirements

000595

Typically offered term(s)

Every Fall