Economics (ECON)
ECON 011 International Economics Units: 3
This course examines the international economy and globalization, international trade relations and international monetary relations. Topics of discussion include: sources of comparative advantage, tariffs and nontariff trade barriers, trade regulations, balance of payment problems, trade policies for developing nations and regional trading agreements. In addition, foreign exchange and macroeconomic policy in an open market are discussed.
Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No
Grading: Letter
Prerequisite: MATH 054.
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A4 CalGETC: 4
ECON 012 Understanding Econ Principles & Applications Units: 3
This course provides students with an introductory knowledge of fundamental economic principles and economic data. It prepares students to make critical evaluations of economic issues and policies in order to make more informed decisions as income earner, taxpayer, and voter. It will acquaint students with the methods and principles of economics such as understanding economic behavior, economic decision-making,government policy, and domestic and international economic issues.
Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No
Grading: Student Option
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: None
Limitation on enrollment: None
Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS
COD GE: A4 CalGETC: 4