Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2017-2018
ECON 308 - MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS
Long Title: MATHEMATICAL ECONOMICS
Department: Economics
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 4
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (ECON 200 OR ECON 301 OR ECON 370) AND (MATH 212 OR MATH 221)
Description: Coverage of mathematical topics used in economics, such as linear algebra, optimization, and real analysis, with applications to fundamental topics in economic theory, constrained optimization, labor market dynamics, game theory and Leontief input-output model. Emphasizes logical clarity and mathematical rigor, along with the ability to follow and construct mathematical proofs. Credit may be earned for only one of the following courses: ECON 308 or ECON 401 or ECON 477. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for ECON 308 if student has credit for ECON 401.