306864 (v.2) Economics 062

Area:

Curtin Sarawak

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

3.0

Lecture:

1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly

Tutorial:

1 x 1.5 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

An introduction to the basics of economics. Topics include macro and microeconomics.

Unit Outcomes:

On completion of this unit students will be able to - Understand the key concepts, principles and models of economics. Relate and apply economics concepts and models to real world situations. Analyse and evaluate case studies of economic situations. Think critically and express their ideas and opinions, and contribute positively in group discussion.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Hashim A. (1996), Comprehensive Economics Guide, 2nd edition, Oxford. Singapore. McTaggart, D., Findlay, C. and Parkin, M. (1999), Macroeconomics 3rd Ed, South Melbourne. Addison-Wesley. McConnell, C.R. and Brue, S.L.(1999), Economics Principles, Problems and Policies, 14th Ed, Boston, McGraw-Hill. Mankiw, N.G. (1999), Principles of Economics, 2nd Ed, Australia., Dryden Press. Case, K.E., and Fair, R.C. (2002), Principles of Economics, 6th Ed, New Jersey, Prentice Hall. O'Sullivan, A. and Sheffrin, S.M. (1998), Economics Principles and Tools, New Jersey Prentice Hall. Salvator, D. and Diulio, E.A. (1996), Principles of Economics, New York, McGraw-Hill. Salvin, S.L. (2002), Economics, 6th Ed, New York, McGraw-Hill. Dobson, S. (1999), Introduction to Economics, Oxford , Oxford University Press. Miller, R.L. (1999), Economics Today, 10th Ed, Boston, Addison and Wesley.

Unit Texts:

Irvin B. Tucker, (2003) Economics for Today, 3rd Ed, Thomson Learning.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment 15%. Final exam 50%. Mid semester test 15%. Mini tests 10%. Tutorial/Group presentation 10%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

91901 Economics

HECS Band (if applicable):

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

Not Online

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

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