Economics (ECONO)

ECONO 1110
Consumer Economics and Personal Finance
3 Credit Hours

An overview of personal and family financial planning. Emphasis is placed on financial recordkeeping, consumer spending, tax planning, making buying decisions, purchasing insurance, selecting investments, and retirement and estate planning. (3 lecture hours)

Course types: Contemporary Life Skills (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 1800
Special Project
1-3 Credit Hours

Special project courses cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses and other courses in the Catalog for the discipline. These courses require direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific discipline topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues in the discipline. They are targeted to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter and involve active participation. The course delivery incorporates and experiential component of no less than 30 percent but not to exceed 70 percent (to be determined by the disciplines). This experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning, and/or the practical application of discipline-related concepts, theories, principles and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, field preparation, logistics, etc.). (1 to 3 lecture hours, 1 to 3 lab hours)

Course types: General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 1840
Independent Study
1-4 Credit Hours

Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (1 to 4 lecture hours)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor is required.

Course types: General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2200 (S3 900)
Principles of Economics
3 Credit Hours

This is an introduction to both microeconomics and macroeconomics. It includes price theories, the behavior of the firm under various economic conditions, gross domestic product (GDP) analysis, the role of government, economic growth measurements, business cycle effects, money and banking; and international economics. This course is not recommended for economics majors or those pursuing a baccalaureate degree in any field of business. (3 lecture hours)

Course types: General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2201 (S3 901)
Principles of Macroeconomics
3 Credit Hours

This course introduces students to general economics principles. It focuses on the determination of aggregate production and income, employment, output, price levels, and the role of money in the economy. Primary emphasis on monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and international economics. (3 lecture hours)

Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course types: General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2202 (S3 902)
Principles of Microeconomics
3 Credit Hours

This course introduces fundamental decision-making theories by households and firms. It emphasizes the nature and functions of product and resource markets, the theory of the firm under varying conditions of competition and monopoly, and the role of government in promoting efficiency in the economy. Additionally, the course explores key concepts in international trade and the impact of trade restrictions on the overall economy. (3 lecture hours)

Prerequisite: Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course types: General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2210
Money and Banking
3 Credit Hours

A descriptive, historical and analytical introduction to the role of money, monetary policy, financial institutions and central banks in the United States and internationally. (3 lecture hours)

Prerequisite: ECONO 2201. Course requires Reading Placement Category One.

Course types: General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences (A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2860
Internship (Career & Technical Ed)
1-4 Credit Hours

Internship (Career and Technical Education) -- Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. (5 to 20 lab hours)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Course types: Contemporary Life Skills (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2865
Internship Advanced (Career & Tech Ed)
1-4 Credit Hours

Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. (5 to 20 lab hours)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Course types: Contemporary Life Skills (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2870
Internship (Transfer)
1-4 Credit Hours

Course requires participation in work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. (5 to 20 lab hours)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Course types: Contemporary Life Skills (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.G.S.)

ECONO 2871
Internship - Advanced (Transfer)
1-4 Credit Hours

Continuation of Internship (Transfer). Course requires participation in work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. (5 to 20 lab hours)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

Course types: Contemporary Life Skills (A.A., A.S., A.A.S., A.G.S.)