ECON270

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ECON270

Quantitative Methods in Economics ECON270 SP

Section	Class Size	*Available	Times	POI	Prereq
1	25	0	Times: M.W.F.. 1:10PM-2:00PM;	No	Yes

*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for the Blue Add 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 Tue Aug 10 05:00:21 EDT 1999 )

An introduction to quantitative techniques widely used by economists. Topics include various methods of applied statistics that facilitate the understanding of economic literature and the pursuit of empirical research; elements of probability, correlation, multiple regression and hypothesis testing. Term paper requiring collecting, manipulating and interpreting economic data.

MAJOR READINGS

To be determined.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Ten problem sets, two quizzes, a term project, and a final exam scheduled by the Registrar. ASSIGNMENTS and/or COMMENTS: Prerequisites: Students may be exempted from the MATH117 requirement if they: (1) Achieved a score of 4 or 5 on the AB or BC Advanced Placement Examination in Calculus. (2) Scored on the math placement examination given to all entering freshmen at a level that entitles them to place into MATH122; OR (3) Passed a calculus course at another university that is at least as demanding as MATH117. Students who meet the calculus prerequisite for this course through Advanced Placement standing or by taking a calculus course at another university must submit a Prerequisite Override Form to the Registrar's Office. The form must be signed by the Economics Department chair at the Academic Forum or by the instructor. The form is available at the Registrar's Office. 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: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: ECON111 and ECON112 and MATH117 or ECON111 and ECON112 and MATH121 or ECON111 and ECON112 and MATH221 or ECON105

Section 01: Lovell, M; Times: M.W.F.. 1:10PM- 2:00PM;; Grading Mode: Mixed; Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 0, Jr: 1, So: 2, Fr: 0; Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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