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ECON236
Urban Economics
ECON236 SP
Next Offered in 9798 FA
This course uses economic methods and perspectives to
analyze urban issues. The necessary analytical tools are
developed to study location decisions and agglomeration
effects. Topics covered include why cities arise and
develop and what factors affect their growth and decline.
Emphasis is placed upon discussion of various policies,
including development of transportation systems, housing
regulations, local public finance, anti-poverty programs,
and regional development proposals.
MAJOR READINGS
Arthur O'Sullivan, URBAN ECONOMICS, 2nd. Ed.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Two quizzes, five short
writing assignments, and a final paper.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Unless
preregistered students attend the first class meeting or
communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first
class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE:
Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the
Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: SBS ECON
Prerequisites:
ECON111 and ECON112 or ECON105
Last Updated on MAR-10-1997
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