Course Description
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. (Formerly ECON 100).
Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
- Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
- Homework hours/semester: 96-108
- Total Student Learning hours/semester: 144-162
Prerequisites: 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.
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E, or equivalent. Intermediate algebra or
placement by college approved multiple measures.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 4
Transfer Credit:
CSU, UC, (Cal-GETC Area 4)
C-ID: ECON 202