ECON 205 - Intro to Quantitative Methods

This is a course in quantitative methods for economics. It covers basic mathematical, quantitative, computing and statistical tools for the study of economics. The emphasis is on economic applications. Successful completion of this course will provide you with an understanding of mathematical/statistical topics and techniques such as algebraic manipulation, simultaneous equations, optimization, descriptive statistics, probability theory, and regression analysis. This understanding will allow you to better apply mathematical and statistical techniques to economic problems.

Pre-req: Pre-req: MATH76 or MATH79 or a score of 2 or higher on the Math placement exam.

Not open to students who have completed MATH80.
3 credits