Economics (ECON)

ECON C2002 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra

(formerly: ECON C2002, Principles of Economics-Macro). Term hours: 54 lecture. An introductory course using models of the domestic and international economy to understand national income, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, inequality, the financial system, and monetary, fiscal, and other economic policies. The course concentrates on macroeconomic analysis. Topics emphasized are aggregate supply/demand concepts, economic aggregates and the overall functioning of the American economy, with special emphasis on the role of the government. The course includes national income accounting, employment theory, business cycles, fiscal and monetary policy and economic growth. Duplicate credit not granted for ECON C2002H. (UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC, C-ID:ECON 202).

ECON C2002H Principles of Macroeconomics - Honors 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra

(formerly: ECON C2002H Honors Principles of Economics-Macro). Term hours: 54 lecture. An introductory course using models of the domestic and international economy to understand national income, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, inequality, the financial system, and monetary, fiscal, and other economic policies. This is an honors course. This course is an enhanced study of macroeconomics, focusing on the structure and operation of the American economy. Special topics include simulated practice of fiscal and monetary policy, and web-site updates of statistical economics. Duplicate credit not granted for ECON C2002. (UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC, C-ID:ECON 202).

ECON C2001 Principles of Microeconomics 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra

(formerly: ECON C2001, Principles of Economics-Micro). Term hours: 54 lecture. This course concentrates on microeconomic analysis. Topics emphasized are basic structure of the United States economic system, and interrelationships within this structure. The course includes a study of supply and demand, price determination, the market models, resource pricing and allocation, comparative economic systems, and foreign trade/exchange analysis. Duplicate credit not granted for ECON C2001H. (UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC, C-ID:ECON 201).

ECON C2001H Principles of Microeconomics - Honors 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra

(formerly ECON C2001H, Honors Principles of Economics-Micro). Term hours: 54 lecture. An introductory course using microeconomic models to understand individual decisions by consumers and firms, market outcomes including market failure, elasticity, market structures, labor markets, inequality, and the impact of government policies. This is an honors course. This course is an enhanced study of microeconomics analysis with special attention given to web-based interactive material on topics such as: price determination; the market models; comparative economic analysis; and international trade and finance. Duplicate credit not granted for ECON C2001. (UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC, C-ID:ECON 201).

ECON 110 C Survey of Economics 3 Units

Term hours: 54 lecture. This course is a survey of the American Economic System using basic economic concepts to explain a wide variety of economic applications. It includes production and cost, competition and market structure, market failure and externalities, and the labor market as the microeconomic topics. As macroeconomic topics, it includes national income, unemployment and inflation. It also discusses the economic growth and economic fluctuations issues, Monetary and fiscal policy, and international trade and finance. Economics 110 C does not meet the course requirement for majors in economics and business administration. (No UC credit if taken after ECON C2002 or ECON C2002H or ECON C2001 or ECON C2001H. UC Credit Limitation/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC)

ECON 120 C International Economics 3 Units

Prerequisite(s): ECON C2002 (ECON C2002) with a grade of C or better

Term hours: 54 lecture. This course will discuss institutions in the global economy, international trade and labor and environmental standards, trade and balance of payments, exchange rate and exchange rate systems, international financial crisis, economic integration in North America, The European Union, Trade and policy reforms in Latin America, Export-Oriented growth in East Asia. (UC/CSU, AA GE, CalGETC)

ECON 130 C Consumer Economics 3 Units

Term Hours: 54 lecture. This course explains the role of consumer behavior, consumer theories and models, consumer protection and law, government protection, decision making and advertising, issues on health and wellness, sustainability and safety, issues of internet, technology, and identity theft, legal rights and responsibilities, marketing and advertising. Consumer issues, ethics and globalization will also be emphasized. Economics 130 C does not meet the course requirement for majors in economics and business administration. (UC/CSU, AA/AS GE, CalGETC)

ECON 298 C Economics Seminar 0.5-12 Units

Prerequisite(s): May be required

Corequisite(s): May be required

Advisory: May be required

Term hours: 0-216 lecture and/or 0-432 laboratory depending on units attempted. This is a lecture/discussion type course developed on a particular limited problem or topic of interest to students. It is designed for able students who wish to increase their knowledge of a particular topic concerning which no other regular class is offered. A paper or group activity may be requested. Credit may range from 1/2 unit to 12 units. Consult class schedule for the offerings in a particular semester. May be taken for credit 1-4 times. Pass/No Pass or Pass/No Pass/Letter Grade Option or Standard Letter Grade. Fees may be required-Payable at Registration. (UC Credit Limitation/CSU)

ECON 299 C Economics Independent Study 1 Unit

Prerequisite(s): Dean Approved Independent Study Learning Contract

Term hours: 54 laboratory Independent study is for able students who wish to extend their knowledge of a particular area through individual research and study. It is thought that topics might develop out of a curiosity stimulated in a regular class. The student would then contact the supervising instructor to develop a contract for his/her particular interest so that they could learn more regarding their special topic. May be taken for credit 3 times. (CSU)