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ECON311

Microeconomics Research Seminar
ECON311 FA

SectionClass Size*AvailableTimes
1 20 5 Times: .T.T... 10:00AM-11:20AM;

*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 05:01:03 EST 1998 )

This course is a workshop in applied microeconomic theory. Topics include incentives, information, and uncertainty. Journal articles are discussed after the background necessary to understand the theory has been developed.

MAJOR READINGS

Journal articles and background readings
from advanced texts.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Each student will undertake a major research project during the term. Several presentations will be made to the class and a final research paper is due at the end of the term. Regular class participation is expected and short critical summaries of the readings may be assigned.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students interested in working towards Honors in Economics are encouraged to consider this course. The research paper can become a significant component of the research required for honors. To read journal articles effectively, a reasonable level of mathematical sophistication is required. At a minimum, the student should be familiar with calculus through the equivalent of Mathematics 122. Further background in mathematics is most helpful. Please consult with the instructor if you are concerned about your mathematical abilities. Please note that if you do not match one of the prerequisite listings EXACTLY, then you need a prerequisite override. 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 Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: ECON270 and ECON271

Section 01
Bonin, J
Times: .T.T... 10:00AM-11:20AM;
Grading Mode: Mixed
Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 0, Fr: 0
Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998




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