ECON 2120-30 Principles of Economics – Micro
This course is an introduction to principles of microeconomics. An analysis of the value and distribution theory, supply and demand including the theory of market structures, and the pricing and allocation of the factors of production, together with market models and general equilibrium analysis and study of the international economy. Emphasis is on tools of economic thinking and the historical development of these tools.
- Advisory: Eligibility for English 1000, Reading 1005, and Math 1050 strongly recommended
Course Details
- Instructor: Elisa Queenan
- Email: equeenan@taftcollege.edu
- Units: 3
- Class Meets: August 24 to December 17, 2008
- Contact Hours: Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Textbooks & Estimated Costs:
- Rental Text: Economics Today 13th Ed. Roger LeRoy Miller ISBN: 0-334-27883-6 Rental price is 20% of the cost of the textbook.
- Purchase Text: [recommended] Economics Today: The Micro View Study Guide
- Estimated Time Per Week: Students should expect to spend approximately 10 hours per week doing coursework and participating in online discussions/forums.
- Special Requirements: The format of the class allows student to have substantial control of their work schedule within the confines of deadlines established by the course syllabus. Students must logon to the course website during the first week of class. All work must be completed and turned in by the due dates set up in the syllabus. Exceptions to the due dates are allowed in certain situations, however students are required to communicate with the instructor as early as possible when these situations arise.
- Assignments & Tests: Use the syllabus for deadlines on assignments and exams.
- Proctored Exams: No.
- Additional Comments: Because this is a distance-learning course, attendance is not an issue, however turning assignments in regularly is. It is your responsibility to drop the class if you decide you do not want to continue. Deadlines for homework and exams are defined in the syllabus. Contact the counseling center or the distance learning help desk to drop the course.
Disclaimer: The book prices are an approximation only and are subject to change.