Economics

Session I  (June 3 - June 28)

ECON 101 - Principles of Microeconomics

Edward Cho, Visiting Lecturer in Economics

This first course in economics introduces students to the market system. Microeconomics considers the decisions of households and firms about what to consume and what to produce, and the efficiency and equity of market outcomes. Supply and demand analysis is developed and applied. Policy issues include price floors and ceilings, competition and monopoly, income distribution, and the role of government in a market economy.

Prerequisite: Fulfillment of the basic skills component of the Quantitative Reasoning requirement.

Time: M, T, Th. 9am - Noon

Location:  PNE 139

Credit: 1.0 unit (4 sem. hrs.)

Tuition: $2,300

Registration Fee: $50

ECON 103/SOC 190 - Introduction to Probability and Statistical Methods with Lab

Joe Swingle, Senior Lecturer in Sociology

An introduction to the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of quantitative data as used to understand problems in economics and sociology. Using examples drawn from these fields, this course focuses on basic concepts in probability and statistics, such as measures of central tendency and dispersion, hypothesis testing, and parameter estimation. Data analysis exercises are drawn from both academic and everyday applications. Students may register for either ECON 103 or SOC 190. Credit will be given in the department in which the student is registered.

Prerequisite: 101 or 102 or one course in Sociology and fulfillment of the basic skills component of the Quantitative Reasoning Requirement. Not open to students who have taken [QR 199]. Not open to students who have taken or are taking MATH 220 or PSYC 205.

Times and Locations:

Lectures: M,T,W,TH,F 9:00  - 10:30 am in PNE 339

Labs: T,TH 10:45 am - 12:15 pm in PNE 129

Credit: 1.0 unit (4 sem. hrs.)

Tuition: $2,300

Registration Fee: $50

ECON 210 - Financial Markets

Andre Switala, Visiting Lecturer in Economics

Overview of financial markets and institutions, including stock and bond markets, money markets, derivatives, financial intermediaries, monetary policy, and international currency markets.

Prerequisite: ECON 101, ECON 102, and ECON 103

Time: T, Th & F (1:00-4:00)

Location:  PNE 339

Credit: 1.0 unit (4 sem. hrs.)
Tuition: $2,300
Registration Fee: $50

Session II  (July 1 - July 26)

ECON 102 - Principles of Macroeconomics

Andre Switala, Visiting Lecturer in Economics

This course is designed to introduce you to macroeconomics, the study of the overall economy. The topics discussed in this class fall into two categories: issues related to the growth of the economy and issues related to periodic fluctuations in the size of the economy. The course will also examine what role, if any, there is for economic policy in helping the economy grow smoothly. By the end of this semester, you should be well-prepared to take 200-level elective courses in Economics, continue onto a more rigorous study of intermediate macroeconomics theory, and to intelligently assess articles on current economic issues in publications like the Wall Street Journal and the Economist.

Prerequisite: ECON 101

Time:  T, W, Th 1-4pm

Location: PNE 139

Credit: 1.0 unit (4 sem. hrs.)

Tuition: $2,300

Registration Fee: $50

ECON 202 - Intermediate Macroeconomics

Joseph Joyce, Professor of Economics

Intermediate macroeconomic theory: analysis of fluctuations in aggregate income and growth and the balance of payments. Analysis of policies to control inflation and unemployment.

Prerequisite: 101, 102 (or the equivalent) and one math course at the level of MATH 115 or higher (or the equivalent).

Times and Locations:

         Lectures:  M, T, Th 9-11:30am in PNE 127

         Review Session: W 4:00 - 5:00pm in PNE 127

Credit: 1.0 unit (4 sem. hrs.)
Tuition: $2,300
Registration Fee: $50