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ECON111

Introductory Microeconomics
ECON111 SP

SectionClass Size*AvailableTimes
1116 2 Times: .T.T... 8:30AM-9:50AM;

*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for the current phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration. (Last Updated on Wed Mar 4 05:00:40 EST 1998 )

A one-semester introduction to microeconomic analysis and its application to issues of public policy. The course focuses on how resources are allocated in a market economy and how the globalization of the marketplace affects public policy. Topics include analysis of U.S. welfare programs, the importance of productivity to economic growth, the domestic and international competitiveness of companies, the determents of invidual wealth, the role of labor policy, and global environmental protection.

MAJOR READINGS

Introductory textbook to be assigned;
Additional readings from various sources, e.g., the
ECONOMIST, on policy topics.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Two progress examinations during the term, a final examination scheduled by the Registrar, and almost weekly homework exercises, e.g., problem sets, short issue papers.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Prerequisite: A working knowledge of elementary high school algebra is established by passing the mathematics placement examination given to all freshmen, by completing MATH107 or a higher number course offered by the Wesleyan Mathematics Department, or by obtaining advance placement in Calculus. 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: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: SBS ECON

Prerequisites: None

Section 01
Bonin, J
Times: .T.T... 8:30AM- 9:50AM;
Grading Mode: Mixed
Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 2, Jr: 2, So: 1, Fr: 1
No Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998




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