CJ390 Crime Mapping

This course will explore the practical and theoretical aspects of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the analysis of crime. Students will learn theories related to environment criminology and spatial criminology as well as GIS applications to crime analysis from offense clustering to offender and victim geographic analysis. Upon successful course completion, students will be able to apply GIS concepts to criminal justice issues and crime analysis.

Prerequisites

CJ235

Credit Hours:

3.00

Catalog Code:

CJ390