Spring 2020
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> CRIM.3970
> 061
Course No: CRIM.3970-061; SIS Class Nbr: 9216; SIS Term: 2930
Course Status: Registration Closed
Course Description
This course examines the use of new technologies to analyze crime patterns and develop crime prevention strategies. Students study theories that explain the geographic distribution of crime and learn how to use Geographic Information Systems to study crime in ways that draw upon theory as well as how to apply GIS techniques in the law enforcement and corrections fields.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: CRIM 3900 or PSYC 2690 pre-req
- Special Notes: For permission numbers and questions regarding the Undergraduate Criminal Justice Program, please email Christopher_Harris@uml.edu
- Core Codes: SS, AMST
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: John Reynolds
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UMass Lowell Bookstore
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2020 Spring: Jan 21 to Apr 05
- Chat Hours: Tue 6-7pm*
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $1140
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate
in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers,
and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended.
Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the
scheduled times.
Related Programs: B.S. in Criminal Justice, B.S. in Criminal Justice: Paralegal Option
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