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Course Descriptions356EEB 5961. Decision Analysis and Modeling in ConservationBiology. (3 cr; A-F only. Prereq–Grad student or #)Decision analysis/modeling in conservation biology.Techniques, concepts, software.EEB 5963. Modeling Nature and the Nature ofModeling. (3 cr. §3963. Prereq–[Math 1281, Math 1282] orequiv or #)Hands-on modeling experiences in context ofbiological applications. Reviews calculus concepts.Students carry out modeling steps, from developingthe model, to analytical analysis, to developingcomputer code, to running the models.Economics (Econ)Department of EconomicsCollege of Liberal ArtsEcon 1101. Principles of Microeconomics. (4 cr. §1104,§1111, §ApEc 1101. Prereq–Knowledge of [plane geometry,advanced algebra])Microeconomic behavior of consumers, firms, andmarkets in domestic and world economy. Demandand supply. Competition and monopoly. Distributionof income. Economic interdependencies in the globaleconomy. Effects of global linkages on individualdecisions.Econ 1101H. Honors Course: Principles ofMicroeconomics. (4 cr. §1101, §1104, §ApEc 1101.Prereq–Math 1271)Microeconomic behavior of consumers, firms,markets in domestic/world economy. Demand/supply. Competition/monopoly. Distribution ofincome. Effects of economic interdependencies,global linkages on individual decisions. Emphasizesalgebra, geometry, basic logic, proofs.Econ 1102. Principles of Macroeconomics. (4 cr. §1105,§1112, §ApEc 1102. Prereq–[1101 or equiv], knowledge of[plane geometry, advanced algebra])Aggregate consumption, saving, investment, andnational income. Role of money, banking, andbusiness cycles in domestic and world economy.International trade, growth, and development. U.S.economy and its role in the world economy.International interdependencies among nations.Econ 1102H. Honors: Principles of Macroeconomics.(4 cr. §1102, §1105, §ApEc 1102. Prereq–[1111 or equiv],Math 1271, CSOM honors)Aggregate consumption, saving, investment, andnational income. Money, banking, and businesscycles in domestic/global economy. Internationaltrade, growth, and development. Role of the UnitedStates in world economy, internationalinterdependencies. Emphasizes economic models toexplain macroeconomic phenomena.Econ 1104. Principles of Microeconomics. (4 cr. §1101,§1111, §ApEc 1101. Prereq–Math 1271)Microeconomic behavior of consumers, firms, andmarkets in domestic/world economy. Demand andsupply. Competition and monopoly. Distribution ofincome. Effects of economic interdependencies andglobal linkages on individual decisions. Use ofcalculus and mathematical models.Econ 1105. Principles of Macroeconomics. (4 cr. §1102,§1112, §ApEc 1102. Prereq–[1104 or equiv], Math 1271)Aggregate consumption, saving, investment, nationalincome. Role of money, banking, and business cyclesin the domestic/world economy. International trade,growth, and development. U.S./world economy.International interdependencies among nations.Emphasizes calculus and mathematical reasoning.Econ 1902. Freshman seminar. (3 cr [max 6 cr]; A-F only.Prereq–Fr or max 30 cr)Topics specified in Class Schedule.Econ 1903. Freshman Seminar. (3 cr; A-F only)Topics specified in Class Schedule.Econ 1904. Freshman Seminar. (3 cr; A-F only)Topics specified in Class Schedule.Econ 1905. Freshman Seminar. (3 cr; A-F only. Prereq–Fror no more than 36 cr)Topics specified in Class Schedule.Econ 1910W. Freshman Seminar. (3 cr; A-F only. Prereq–Fr or no more than 36 cr)Topics specified in Class Schedule.Econ 3021. Survey of Economic Ideas. (3 cr. §4022.Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv, not for econ majors)A historical and analytical treatment of howimportant economic ideas developed over time, andtheir relationship to prevailing economic conditionsand politics. Economic ideas from Adam Smith tothe present.Econ 3031. American Economic Problems. (3 cr. §4031.Prereq–1101, [1102 or equiv]; Econ majors consult firstwith CLA adviser)American economic problems/relationships.Relevance of simple economic principles toeconomic problems in the United States.Econ 3033. Current Economic Issues. (3 cr [max 6 cr].§4033. Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv, not for econ majors)Current controversies over economic policies used todeal with some economic problems. Students focusin part on a specific issue of their choice. Differenteconomic issues are discussed each time the courseis offered (every three years).Econ 3041. Prospective World Economy. (3 cr. §4041.Prereq–[1101, 1102] or equiv or econ major with CLAadviser approval)What economic future holds. What can be doneabout global issues. How to improve economicprospects of countries.Econ 3101. Intermediate Microeconomics. (4 cr. §3105,§3111. Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv, Math 1271 or equiv)Behavior of households, firms, and industries undercompetitive and monopolistic conditions; factorsinfluencing production, price, and other decisions ofthe firm; applications of the theory. Economicefficiency and distribution of well-being.Econ 3101H. Honors Course: IntermediateMicroeconomics. (4 cr. §3101, §3105. Prereq–1101, 1102or equiv, Math 1271 or equiv)Behavior of households, firms, and industries undercompetitive and monopolistic conditions; factorsinfluencing production, price, and other decisions ofthe firm; applications of the theory. Economicefficiency and distribution of well-being.Econ 3102. Intermediate Macroeconomics. (4 cr. §3112.Prereq–3101 or equiv)Determinants of national income, employment, andprice level; effects of monetary and fiscal policies;emphasis on a general equilibrium approach.Applications of the theory, especially to currentmacroeconomic policy issues.Econ 3102H. Honors Course: IntermediateMacroeconomics. (4 cr. §3102. Prereq–3101 or equiv)Determinants of national income, employment, andprice level; effects of monetary and fiscal policies;emphasis on a general equilibrium approach.Applications of economic efficiency and distributionof well-being.Econ 3105. Managerial Economics. (4 cr. §3101, §3111.Prereq–1101, [1102 or equiv], [Math 1271 or equiv]; notopen to Econ majors)Theory of the firm. Managerial decision problems.Demand theory. Production technology and costconcepts. Pricing/output decisions under differentmarket structures. Investment behavior. Governmentregulation.Econ 3501. Labor Economics. (3 cr. §4531. Prereq–1101,1102 or equiv; not open to Econ majors)Role of labor in economy; labor as factor ofproduction, population, and labor force; economicsof labor markets; labor market institutions; theoriesof wages and employment; unions and collectivebargaining; public policy.Econ 3601. Industrial Organization and AntitrustPolicy. (3 cr. §4631, §4639. Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv;not open to econ majors)Industrial organization and market structures.Relations between market structure, economicefficiency, and welfare. Purposes and effects ofantitrust and related legislation. Industrial policy.Econ 3611. Environmental Economics. (3 cr. Prereq–1101, 1102, or equiv; not open to Econ majors)Dependence of the economy on the environment;alternative visions of the future and issues on whichactual outcome will depend, particular attention toglobal warming; future generations andsustainability; economic incentives for environmentalprotection and degradation; economic aspects ofenvironmental policies.Econ 3701. Money and Banking. (3 cr. §4721, §4729.Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv; not open to Econ majors)Historical development, present characteristics, andeconomic role of financial institutions. Commercialbanking, the Federal Reserve System, and monetarypolicy.Econ 3801. Elements of Public Economics. (3 cr. §4821,§5821. Prereq–1101, [1102 or equiv]; not open to Econ majors)Competing views on proper role of government ineconomy. Effects of tax/spending policies. Privateagents’ response to government actions. Optimalpolicies. Applications primarily to U.S. federalgovernment.Econ 3951. Major Project Seminar. (2 cr. Prereq–3101,3102 or equiv, EngC 3027)Students produce a significant piece of written workin economics. Project should demonstrate criticalthinking, collection and analysis of data, problemsolving, effective interpretation of findings. Studentsshould attain understanding and proficiency in modesof inquiry in economics.Econ 3960. Topics in Economics. (3 cr [max 6 cr]. Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv [others may be stated in Class Schedule])Topics specified in Class Schedule.Econ 3991. Independent Study. (1-3 cr; A-F only. Prereq–[1101, 1102] or #)Students confirm topic of study with facultysupervisor or with director of undergraduate studiesbefore beginning (otherwise no credit).Econ 3993. Directed Studies. (1-3 cr; A-F only. Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv, #)Guided individual reading or study in areas notavailable in regular course offerings.Econ 4021. Economics, Ethics, and EconomicPhilosophy. (3 cr. Prereq–[1101, 1102] or equiv)Types of economics. Ethics and its economicapplications. Bases of different economicphilosophies. Topics vary by semester. Examples:relationships between freedoms/responsibilities,economics/ethics of stakeholder concept, differentconcepts of property rights or justice.Econ 4022. Survey of Economic Ideas. (3 cr. §3021.Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Historical and analytical view of how importanteconomic ideas developed and their relationship toprevailing economic conditions and politics.Economic ideas from Adam Smith to the present.Econ 4031. American Economic Problems. (3 cr. §3031.Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Discussion of American economic problems andrelationships. Relevance of simple economicprinciples to economic problems in the United States.Econ 4033. Current Economic Issues. (3 cr [max 6 cr].§3033. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Current controversies over economic policies useddeal with some economic problems. Students focusin part on a specific issue. Different economic issuesare discussed every time the course is offered (everythree years).Econ 4041. The Prospective World Economy. (3 cr.§3041. Prereq–3102 or equiv)Considers what the economic future holds, what canbe done now to deal with global issues, and how toimprove economic prospects of countries.Econ 4100W. Undergraduate Writing in Economics.(1 cr [max 1 cr]; A-F only. Prereq–3101, [4831 orconcurrent enrollment in economics honors course], #)Research essay.
Course DescriptionsEcon 4109H. Honors Course: Game Theory andApplications. (4 cr. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv, Math1271-1272 or equiv)Games; normal form and extensive form; wars ofattrition; games of timing; bargaining applications inindustrial organization, macroeconomics, andinternational economics.Econ 4113. Introduction to Mathematical Economics.(4 cr. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv, Math 1271-1272-2243 orequiv)Development of selected models of economicbehavior in mathematical terms. Topics selected toillustrate the advantages of a mathematicalformulation.Econ 4161. Microeconomic Analysis. (2 cr. Prereq–[3101or 5151 or equiv], Math 2243, Math 2263, #)Theories of consumer demand, producer supply, andmarket equilibrium. General equilibrium andwelfare. May include topics such as externalities,economics of information/uncertainty. Seven-weekcourse. Meets with 8001.Econ 4162. Microeconomic Analysis. (2 cr. Prereq–4161, #)Theories of consumer demand, producer supply, andmarket equilibrium. General equilibrium andwelfare. May include topics such as externalities,economics of information/uncertainty, and gametheory. Seven-week course. Meets with 8002.Econ 4163. Microeconomic Analysis. (2 cr. Prereq–4162, #)Theories of consumer demand, producer supply, andmarket equilibrium. General equilibrium andwelfare. May include topics such as externalities,economics of information/uncertainty, and gametheory. Seven-week course. Meets with 8003.Econ 4164. Microeconomic Analysis. (2 cr. Prereq–4163, #)Theories of consumer demand, producer supply, andmarket equilibrium. General equilibrium andwelfare. May include topics such as externalities,economics of information/uncertainty, and gametheory. Seven-week course. Meets with 8004.Econ 4165. Macroeconomic Theory. (2 cr. Prereq–[3102,[[Math 2243, Math 2263] or equiv]], #)Dynamic general equilibrium models: solving forpaths of interest rates, consumption, investment, andprices. Seven-week course. Meets with 8105.Econ 4166. Macroeconomic Theory. (2 cr. Prereq–4165, #)Dynamic general equilibrium models: solving forpaths of interest rates, consumption, investment, andprices. Seven-week course. Meets with 8106.Econ 4167. Macroeconomic Theory. (2 cr. Prereq–4166, #)General equilibrium models with uncertainty, search,matching, indivisibilities, private information.Implications of theory for measurement and datareporting. Overlapping generations, dynasty modelswith money/government. Variational/recursivemethods. Seven-week course. Meets with 8107.Econ 4168. Macroeconomic Theory. (2 cr. Prereq–4167, #)General equilibrium models with uncertainty, search,matching, indivisibilities, private information.Implications of theory for measurement and datareporting. Overlapping generations, dynasty modelswith money/government. Variational/recursivemethods. Seven-week course. Meets with 8108.Econ 4171. History of Economic Thought. (3 cr. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Primarily a critical reading course. Topics includeSmith, Ricardo, Malthus, and Marx; neoclassicists,Keynes, the mercantilist and physiocratic doctrines;and modern theory.Econ 4211. Principles of Econometrics. (4 cr. Prereq–[[1101, 1102] or equiv], Math 2243 [or equiv], [[Stat 3021,Stat 3022] or equiv], familiarity with computers)Data analysis/quantitative methods in economics.Violation of classical regression model assumptions,modified estimation procedures that retain desirableproperties. Multi-equation models. Computerapplications/interpretation of empirical results.Econ 4261. Introduction to Econometrics. (4 cr; A-F only.Prereq–[3101 or equiv], [[Math 1271, Math 1272] or equiv],Math 2243, Math 2263, [[Stat 4101, Stat 4102] or [Stat5101, Stat 5102]]; Math 4242 strongly recommended)Review of basic linear regression model, its variants.Time series/simultaneous equation models. Materialmay include panel data, censored/truncatedregressions, discrete choice models.Econ 4262. Introduction to Econometrics. (4 cr; A-F only.Prereq–4261)Review of basic linear regression model, its variants.Time series/simultaneous equation models. Materialmay include panel data, censored/truncatedregressions, discrete choice models.Econ 4301. Economic Development. (3 cr. §4301W, §4331,§4331W. Prereq–[[1101, 1102] or equiv], non-econ major)Economic growth in low income countries. Theoryof aggregate and per capita income growth.Population growth, productivity increases, capitalformation. Allocation of resources betweenconsumption and investment and among sectors.International assistance and trade.Econ 4307. Comparative Economic Systems. (3 cr. §4337.Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv; not open to Econ majors)Functions of economic systems; market economy vs.centrally planned economy. Post socialist transitionsin Eastern Europe, Russia, and China and reformsundertaken. Initial conditions and strategies forreforms; results of reforms in terms of key economicindicators.Econ 4311. Economy of Latin America. (3 cr. Prereq–[1101, 1102] or equiv)Economic evolution in Latin America since 1950.Trade liberalization, poverty, inflation, developmentstrategies in selected Latin American countries.Theory/applications of important issues.Econ 4313. The Russian Economy. (3 cr. Prereq–1101,1102 or equiv)Main features of the Soviet economic system and itseconomic development from 1971 to 1980s. Collapseof the Soviet Union in 1991. Recent economicreforms adopted by Russia and the Commonwealthof Independent States. Russia and its relations withthe world.Econ 4315. The Japanese Economy. (3 cr. Prereq–1101,1102 or equiv)Economic development following contact withwestern civilization. Issues covered include trade,development and growth, population growth, capitalformation, international economic relations,agricultural and industrial policies; role of thegovernment in the economy, and current issues ofinterest.Econ 4331W. Economic Development. (3 cr. §4301.Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Economic growth in low income countries. Theoryof aggregate and per capita income growth.Population growth, productivity increases, andcapital formation. Allocation of resources betweenconsumption and investment and among sectors.International assistance and trade.Econ 4337. Comparative Economic Systems. (3 cr.§4307. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Functions of economic systems; market economyversus centrally planned economy. Comparison ofdifferent economic systems. Post socialist transitionsin Eastern Europe, Russia, and China. Initialconditions and strategies for reforms; results ofreforms in terms of key economic indicators.Econ 4401. International Economics. (3 cr. §4401W,§4431, §4431W, §4432, §4432W, §4439. Prereq–[[1101,1102] or equiv]; not open to econ majors)International trade flows. Commercial policy andwelfare implications, protection. Global tradeorganizations. International factor mobility. Balanceof payments analysis and open-economymacroeconomics. Foreign exchange markets andexchange rate determination. International monetarysystem. Regional integration.Econ 4421W. Economic Integration of the Americas.(3 cr. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv or #)Analysis of economic relationships among countriesin the Western Hemisphere. Modeling the impact ofNAFTA and similar regional trade accords. Prospectsfor further integration. Comparison with Europeanintegration.Econ 4431V. Honors Course: International Trade. (4 cr.§4431, §4401. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv; Math 1271)Theories of trade and explanations of trade patterns.Trade restrictions and commercial policy.International factor movements. Economic growth,economic development, and trade. Multinationalcorporations. Regional integration. Transitioneconomies and trade.Econ 4431W. International Trade. (3 cr. §4401, §4439.Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv)Theories of trade and explanations of trade patterns.Trade restrictions and commercial policy.International factor movements. Economic growth,economic development, and trade. Multinationalcorporations. Regional Integration. Transitioneconomies and trade.Econ 4432W. International Finance. (3 cr. §4401. Prereq–3101, 3102 or equiv; 4431 or 4439 or equiv recommended)Balance of payments; international financial markets;exchange rate determination; international monetarysystem; international investment and capital flows;financial management of the multinational firm; openeconomy macroeconomic policy.Econ 4531. Labor Economics. (3 cr. §3501. Prereq–3101,3102 or equiv)Economic analysis of labor markets and theiroperations; population and labor force; labor marketinstitutions; wage and employment theories; unionsand collective bargaining; public policy.Econ 4560. Economics of Discrimination. (3 cr. Prereq–[3101, 3102] or equiv; [Stat 3011, Stat 3022]recommended)Theory and empirical evidence of labor/consumermarkets discrimination. Race/gender differentials.Effects of anti-discrimination policies such asaffirmative action. Use of economic models, formalstatistical analysis.Econ 4611H. Honors Course: Environmental Valuation.(4 cr. §4831, §4831W, §4611V. Prereq–[3101 or equiv],[Math 1271 or equiv])Principles of cost-benefit analysis used for valuing theenvironment, costs of pollution. Defining, measuring,valuating benefits/costs. Economic growth, sustainablegrowth. Economic, ecological, ethical issues in usingrenewable/non-renewable resources. Optimal rate ofuse. Optimal pollution control.Econ 4621H. Honors Course: Urban Economics. (4 cr.§4621V. Prereq–3101 or equiv)Economics of urbanization. Location of economicactivity and cities. Central place theory. Site rentsand form of city. Urban economic base and economicpolicy. Urban problems and economic policies:transportation, poverty/segregation, housing, publicfinance.Econ 4623. Housing Markets and Public Policy. (3 cr.Prereq–1101, 1102 or equiv)Analysis of housing markets. Market failures,externalities and the case for government intervention.Relative efficiency of particular forms of intervention.Econ 4631. Industrial Organization and AntitrustPolicy. (3 cr. §3601, §4639. Prereq–3101 or equiv)Relations between market structure, economicefficiency and welfare. Economic origins ofmonopoly and other restraints on competition.Purposes and effects of antitrust and relatedlegislation. Industrial policy.Econ 4631H. Honors Course: Industrial Organizationand Antitrust Policy. (4 cr. §4631, §4631V, §3601. Prereq–3101 or equiv)Economic aspects of antitrust and related policies.Relations between market structure, economicefficiency, and welfare. Economic origins ofmonopoly and other restraints on competition.Purposes/effects of antitrust/related legislation.Course Descriptions357For definitions of course numbers, symbols, and abbreviations, see page 300.
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