ECON 316
Fall 2005
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01
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| Course Cluster: Urban Studies |
This course uses economic methods and perspectives to analyze urban issues. The first half of the course has a more theoretical focus; the second half a more applied and empirical focus. Topics covered include how and why cities arise and develop and how their growth or decline is affected by various events. Policy areas studied in the second half of the course include regional development and zoning, housing programs and regulations, anti-poverty programs, local public finance, development of transportation systems, education, and crime. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture/Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON301 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ECON-MN)(ECON) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
O'Sullivan, URBAN ECONOMICS, most recent edition
Additional short readings will be handed out in class. You will probably need to do additional reading for your term paper.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Midterm exam, term paper (15-20 pp.), and a final exam |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Class participation will also be counted towards your grade. |
| Instructor(s): Jacobsen,Joyce Times: .M.W... 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: PAC125; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 25 | | SR major: 15 | JR major: 10 | | |
| Seats Available: 16 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
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