Introduction to Economic Theory
ECON 110
Spring 2026
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An introduction to the principles of micro- and macroeconomic theory, this course is intended for prospective majors and students wishing to prepare themselves for a broad range of upper-level elective courses in economics. Mathematical tools essential for further study in economics are introduced throughout the course. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: MATH120 OR MATH121 OR MATH122 OR MATH221 OR ECON102 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (College of East Asian Studies)(Economics Minor)(Economics) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 50% - 74% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Stevenson & Wolfers, 2023. Principles of Economics, 2ed
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Examinations and Assignments:
2 exams, 1 cumulative final as scheduled by Registrar, approximately weekly problem sets and bi-weekly required reading quizzes. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
There is a calculus prerequisite for this course. The calculus prerequisite can be fulfilled by completing ECON 102, MATH 120, or MATH 121. It can also be fulfilled by receiving a score of 4 or 5 in AP Calculus AB or BC, by receiving a 5, 6, or 7 on the IB Higher Math test, or by placing into MATH 122 or higher according to the Wesleyan Math Placement test. |
| Instructor(s): Boulware,Karl David Times: .M.W... 08:20AM-09:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 43 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 43 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 20 | FR: 23 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 02 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
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Krugman and Wells, Economics, 6th Edition |
Examinations and Assignments:
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Frequent problem sets, two midterm exams, and a cumulative final exam |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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There is a calculus prerequisite for this course. The calculus prerequisite can be fulfilled by completing ECON 102, MATH 120, or MATH 121. It can also be fulfilled by receiving a score of 4 or 5 in AP Calculus AB or BC, by receiving a 5, 6, or 7 on the IB Higher Math test, or by placing into MATH 122 or higher according to the Wesleyan Math Placement test. |
| Instructor(s): Zelity,Balazs Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-12:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 43 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 43 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 20 | FR: 23 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 03 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Stevenson & Wolfers, 2023. Principles of Economics, 2ed |
Examinations and Assignments:
2 exams, 1 cumulative final as scheduled by Registrar, approximately weekly problem sets and bi-weekly required reading quizzes. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
There is a calculus prerequisite for this course. The calculus prerequisite can be fulfilled by completing ECON 102, MATH 120, or MATH 121. It can also be fulfilled by receiving a score of 4 or 5 in AP Calculus AB or BC, by receiving a 5, 6, or 7 on the IB Higher Math test, or by placing into MATH 122 or higher according to the Wesleyan Math Placement test. |
| Instructor(s): Boulware,Karl David Times: .M.W... 01:20PM-02:40PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 43 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 43 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 20 | FR: 23 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
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