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DS (Dairy Science)
  

  • DS 312-312L - Dairy Cattle Breeding and Evaluation and Lab

    Credits: 4
    Evaluation, selection, and breeding of dairy cattle based on pedigrees, genotypes, production records, type classification, and sire analysis. Discussion and practice of the fundamental aspects of evaluation based on records and type. Practice decision making and developing genetic management plans for individual cows and a dairy herd.  Discussion of major dairy breeds including their predominant characteristics and specific aspects of breeding management.  Discussion of reproductive technologies used to transfer and improve dairy cattle genetics. Corequisites: DS 312L-312. Notes: Spring.


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  • DS 314 - Dairy Farm Evaluation

    Credits: 1
    Examination of the performance and management of milking operations, feeding protocols, reproduction, herd health, facilities, heifer-raising, and financial records of dairy farms. Evaluations will include written reports and oral presentations on a herd’s challenges and opportunities for optimization. Students may have opportunities to participate in regional or national Dairy Challenge competitions. Notes: Spring.


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  • DS 321-321L - Dairy Product Processing I and Lab

    Credits: 5
    Principles and practices in assembling, receiving, processing, and packaging milk and cream for beverage use, frozen milk and cream, butter and anhydrous milk fat, concentrated and fractionated milks, dried milks, casein, and lactose. Sanitation procedures. Prerequisites: DS 130 ; and MICR 231-231L  or MICR 233-233L . Corequisites: DS 321L-321. Notes: Odd Fall.


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  • DS 322-322L - Dairy Product Processing II and Lab

    Credits: 5
    Processing or manufacturing of relatively nonperishable dairy products such as frozen dairy desserts, cultured milks, sour cream, yogurt, and cheese. Prerequisites: DS 130 ; and MICR 231-231L  or MICR 233-233L . Corequisites: DS 322L-322. Notes: Even Spring.


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  • DS 400-400L/500-500L - Dairy Chemistry and Analysis and Lab

    Credits: 5
    An examination of the physical and chemical properties of milk constituents and their effects on processing, testing, and nutritive value of milk and its’ products.  The role of intentional or accidental additives including impacts, effects and significance. An examination of laboratory protocols utilized in compositional analysis of milk and milk derived products as they relate to procurement, process control and regulatory compliance. Prerequisites: DS 130 ; CHEM 106  or CHEM 112 . Corequisites: DS 400L-400/500L-500; CHEM 108  or CHEM 120 . Notes: Fall.


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  • DS 401 - Advanced Dairy Products Judging

    Credits: 1-2
    Advanced sensory analysis of dairy products.  Includes participation for alternate team members in the regional collegiate dairy products evaluation contest. Team members who participate in both the regional and national contests take course for 2 credits. Maximum of 3 credits. Prerequisites: DS 202 . Notes: Spring.


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  • DS 413-513 - Physiology of Lactation

    Credits: 3
    Anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of mammary glands. Factors affecting quality and quantity of milk. Notes: Even Spring.


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  • DS 421-421L - Dairy Plant Management and Lab

    Credits: 4
    Discussion, tours, and hands-on activities related to personnel issues, operational planning, facilities design and upkeep, unit operations and controls, accounting and finance, quality, safety, inspections and audits as these areas relate to the overall operation of a dairy processing facility. Prerequisites: Junior standing. Corequisites: DS 421L-421. Notes: Even Fall.


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  • DS 442-542 - Dairy Product and Process Development

    Credits: 3
    Students will work in small groups to design and produce a prototype dairy product. The course will include standards of identity for dairy products, nutritional labeling requirements, least cost formulation, design of manufacturing processes and methods for planning product development. Prerequisites: DS 400-400L/500-500L . Notes: Odd Spring.


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  • DS 480-480L/580-580L - Dairy Farm Operations I and Lab

    Credits: 4
    The first course in a two-semester sequence course addressing dairy herd management practices.  Dairy farm capital, budgets and credit; factors affecting economic returns of dairy farming; nutrition and feeding of lactating dairy cattle; and nutritional implications related to herd replacements. Prerequisites: DS 130-130L  and ECON 202  or Junior standing. Corequisites: AS 319  and DS 480L-480/580L-580. Notes: Odd Fall.


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  • DS 481-481L/581-581L - Dairy Farm Operations II and Lab

    Credits: 4
    The second semester of a two-semester sequence course addressing dairy herd management practices. Production testing and records interpretation; impacts of cropping systems and commodity markets; labor requirements and Human Resources implications; building and equipment requirements; animal health and reproduction; merchandising of cattle and milk; and factors affecting economic returns of dairy farming. Prerequisites: DS 130-130L , ECON 202 , DS 480-480L/580-580L . Corequisites: DS 481L-481/581L-581. Notes: Even Spring.


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DSCI (Decision Science)
  

  • DSCI 424 - Operations Research (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course looks at quantitative tools and methods used in the decision making process of business organizations. Linear programming, decision making under uncertainty, simulation, inventory models, and queuing models will be studied. Prerequisites: ECON 301  and STAT 281 . Cross-Listed: BADM 424 .


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  • DSCI 453-553 - Risk Management - Personal and Business

    Credits: 3
    Protection against or adaptation to risk and uncertainty. Principles and practices of fire, casualty, surety and life insurance and other risk management techniques. Prerequisites: ECON 301  and STAT 281 . Cross-Listed: ECON 453-553 .


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DSGN (Design)
  

  • DSGN 110 - Creative Thinking

    Credits: 3
    Develop problem-solving skills through the lens of creativity. A focus on exploring the habits that lead to greater creativity across diverse disciplines and professions.


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  • DSGN 140 - Successful Design Student Practices

    Credits: 2
    An introduction to successful student practices within the School of Design, including community building, giving and receiving critique, inclusivity, and interdisciplinary professional collaborations.


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  • DSGN 152 - Design Fundamentals II

    Credits: 3
    This fundamental design studio explores the design process through research, inventory, analysis, drawing, and modeling in 2D, 3D and 4D.


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  • DSGN 499-599 - Professional Development

    Credits: 1
    Course taken co-requisite with professional employment (non-academic internship).


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ECE (Early Childhood Education)
  

  • ECE 150-150L - Early Experience and Lab

    Credits: 2
    Experimental-based introduction to professional contexts within early childhood education (ECE) and/or human development and family studies (HDFS). Students serve as volunteers in community-based human services and educational settings, shadowing professionals to better understand professional roles and opportunities. Corequisites: ECE 150L-150.


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  • ECE 220 - Health, Safety and Nutrition of Young Children

    Credits: 2-3
    Important elements for planning, promoting and maintaining healthy and safe learning/care environments, understanding childhood illnesses and establishing healthy lifestyles, first aid, and care providers maintaining their own health. Maintaining safe relationships with others, including identifying and reporting abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children. Exploration of nutrients for life and feeding, food preparation and safety policies and guidelines, food allergies and intolerances, appropriate feeding practices. Notes: Sections of this course are provided online through the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance.


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  • ECE 240 - Child Development I: Prenatal to 2

    Credits: 3
    This course provides an in-depth study of child development from prenatal to age 2; in a developmentally appropriate context. Topics include typical and a-typical development and behaviors including: prenatal development, brain development, and domains of cognition, language, physical, social, and emotional development. In addition, developmental theory, early care and education, and responsive relationship-based education and care will be practiced and applied.


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  • ECE 241 - Child Development II: 3 to 8 Years

    Credits: 3
    This course provides an in-depth study of child development from age 3 to age 8; in a developmentally appropriate context. Topics include typical and a-typical development and behaviors including: prenatal development, brain development, and domains of cognition, language, physical, social, and emotional development. In addition, developmental theory, early care and education, and responsive relationship-based education and care will be practiced and applied.


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  • ECE 320 - Pedagogy and Curriculum

    Credits: 3
    An exploration and analysis of teaching strategies, curriculum, and learning. The course examines how and what to teach. Curriculum models, lesson planning, objectives, goals, scope and sequence, standards, assessment, research-based practices, differentiation, questioning techniques, and cultural diversity.


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  • ECE 321 - Learner Centered Assessment

    Credits: 3
    This course offers in-depth study of documentation and assessments that meet the needs of the inclusive classroom. An understanding of key terminology will be stressed. During this course, pre-service teachers will plan, develop, and implement student-centered assessments using a teacher research model. This course requires a lab with placement in both preK and primary grade classrooms.


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  • ECE 322 - Contemporary Curriculum Perspectives

    Credits: 3
    Topics of study include content and methods of instruction for teaching contemporary curriculum perspectives in preschool and primary grades with specific emphasis on science, social studies, creative arts and assessment. Students learn about science and social studies-related state and national standards and how to teach social skills and diverse perspectives. This course requires a lab with placement in both preK and primary grade classrooms. Corequisites: ECE 321  and EDFN 466 .


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  • ECE 325 - Inclusion and the Diverse Learner

    Credits: 3
    The course explores issues surrounding the diverse learner in the early childhood setting. The course discusses current theories, issues and practices related to the diverse learner including: historical, philosophical and attitudinal attributes, early intervention legislature, and service delivery models.
     


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  • ECE 328-328L - Guidance with Young Children and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 1-2, 1
    Observation and guidance in preschool under supervision of professional practitioners.  Laboratory that accompanies ECE 328. Prerequisites: Admission into PSI,ECE 150 , ECE 371  and  .  (Minimum grade of C for all.) Corequisites: ECE 328L-328 & department written consent.


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  • ECE 360 - Play and Inquiry

    Credits: 3
    Students will explore and experience the importance and value of play and inquiry (such as risk-taking, creativity, perspective-taking, and inclusion).  Exploration of global perspectives of play and models of purposeful play and of different materials and how to incorporate these materials into learning experiences for young children. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Early Childhood Education (ECE) program.


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  • ECE 361-361L - Methods and Materials/Early Childhood Education and Lab

    Credits: 2, 1
    Applications for early childhood classrooms will be studied. Inquiry-based, hands-on methods to address materials exploration, creative and affective development, anti-bias and culturally responsive curriculum which are both developmentally appropriate and inclusive for all children from ages three to eight. Prerequisites: Admission to PS I, ECE 150 , ECE 371  and ECE 372 . Corequisites: ECE 361L-361, ECE 328-328L , ECE 362-362L  and ECE 363-363L .


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  • ECE 362-362L - Early Childhood Curriculum and Assessment and Lab

    Credits: 2, 1
    This course will focus on curriculum models and assessment protocols that have evolved from historical and theoretical perspectives. Rules and regulations, ethical standards, as well as principles of developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment practices, that are inclusive for all children from ages three to eight, will be practiced. An emphasis will be placed on inquiry-based practices and multicultural perspectives, and connection between curriculum and assessment will be learned. Prerequisites: Admission to PS I, HDFS 227 . Corequisites: ECE 328-328L , ECE 361-361L , and ECE 363-363L .


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  • ECE 363-363L - Emergent Literacy and Numeracy and Lab

    Credits: 3
    This course will focus on language and math learning and emergent literacy and math development of children from infancy to age 8. Focus will be on providing authentic, developmentally appropriate activities that are integrated across the curriculum. Students will learn to evaluate developmentally appropriate literature and literacy and math lessons/activities for young children (birth to 8). A lab experience will enable students to develop and implement strategies for classroom teaching and for linking classroom learning to home literacy and math.  Laboratory course to accompany ECE 363. Prerequisites: Acceptance into PSI. Corequisites: ECE 363L-363.


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  • ECE 366-366L - Interdisciplinary and Teacher Research in ECE and Lab

    Credits: 3
    Investigation of documentation, inquiry, teacher-research, and interdisciplinary research.  Students will engage in teacher-research or interdisciplinary research. Instructor consent. Prerequisites: Instructor consent. Corequisites: ECE 366L-366.


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  • ECE 371-371L - Infant and Toddler: Developmentally Appropriate Practices and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course is a study of developmentally appropriate practices for infants/ toddlers (aged birth to 3 years). Students will learn developmentally appropriate learning environments and experiences for infants and toddlers that facilitate development and learning in the cognitive, language, physical, social/emotional, and aesthetic domains. The health, safety, and nutritional needs of infants and toddlers will also be studied and applied. Prerequisites: ECE 328-328L  and HDFS 227 . Corequisites: ECE 371L-371.


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  • ECE 372 - Preschool to Middle Childhood Development

    Credits: 2
    This is a beginning level development course focused on the study of human growth and development from age three to twelve. This is one of two foundational development courses for the Early Childhood Education curricula. The curriculum for this course includes historical and modern view of child development, biological, cognitive and socio-emotional processes and periods of development from preschool to middle childhood and theories of development.


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  • ECE 412 - Kindergarten Education (COM)

    Credits: 2-3
    Course designed for students and teachers interested in work with kindergarten-age children. Issues, activities, and materials specific to kindergarten will be emphasized.


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  • ECE 441 - Professional Issues in ECE

    Credits: 2-3
    This course is designed to be a study of professional issues in the Child and Family Studies field, specifically early childhood education. Course materials are inclusive of professional goals, career goals, job search, professional documents, public policy, advocacy, leadership, professional development, ethics, and workplace issues.


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  • ECE 455 - Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood Setting

    Credits: 2-3
    Exploration of issues surrounding the administration of early childhood programs including identification of community needs, evaluation and appropriate use of space, equipment and materials, and policy and legal responsibilities. Exploration of staff selection, training and supervision.


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  • ECE 464 - Parent/Child Relationships in a Professional Context

    Credits: 3
    The focus of this course includes home-based, school-based, and community-based communication and involvement strategies with families. Students will learn about the diversity of families within society today. Theoretical, international, and other diverse perspectives on partnerships between families and professionals will be explored. Prerequisites: Admission into PSII; ECE 328-328L , ECE 361-361L , ECE 362-362L  and ECE 363-363L .  Corequisites: ECE 488 .


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  • ECE 465 - Documentation, Inquiry and Teacher Research

    Credits: 2
    Methods of documentation, inquiry and teacher research will be explored. Students will engage students in the process of inquiry with young children and participate in teacher research on specific topics of interest as applied to work with children in a preschool setting. Prerequisites: ECE 328-328L , ECE 361-361L , ECE 362-362L  and ECE 363-363L . 


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  • ECE 466 - Literacy in ECE

    Credits: 3
    Exploration of the main areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing experiences of young children through early childhood. Including current research and educational practices.


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  • ECE 468 - Early Intervention in Family-Centered Practices

    Credits: 3
    An overview of current theories, issues and practices in early intervention including: historical, philosophical and attitudinal attributes, early intervention legislation, and service delivery models. Teaming with families and other professionals will be emphasized with attention to cultural sensitivity and family-centered practices. Prerequisites: HDFS 241 , ECE 361 , ECE 362 , and ECE 364.


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  • ECE 470 - Early Childhood Inclusion Strategies

    Credits: 3
    This course provides undergraduate students with an applied overview of the following current topics in early childhood special education (ECSE- Birth to 8 years); risk determinants, disability characteristics and developmental implications, current technology/equipment and implications, prevention, adaptations, assessment models, individualized planning and implementation of inclusive curriculum for children with special needs and their families. Corequisites: ECE 488 .


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  • ECE 471 - Reading Diagnostics

    Credits: 3
    This course will explore evidence based, formal assessments and screenings for diagnosis of common reading disabilities and at risk students. In addition, further exploration of the use of diagnostic measures with the context of other assessments that are part of a school’s assessment plan.


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  • ECE 473 - Orientation to K-3 Student Teaching

    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to prepare students for the professional role of teaching in kindergarten through third grade. Students study professional issues related to early childhood and elementary education. Course materials are inclusive of public policy, advocacy, leadership, professional development, ethics, and workplace issues. Corequisites: ECE 488 .


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  • ECE 475 - Pedagogy and Guidance in ECE

    Credits: 2-3
    This course explores the unique aspects of instructional design and guidance techniques for kindergarten through grade three. Content includes: classroom management, organizing the learning environment, developing effective lessons plans and aligning to curriculum goals, and exploring models of teaching and approaches to learning. Corequisites: ECE 488  or ECE 495 .


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  • ECE 478-478L - Integrated Curriculum in Birth-to-Age Eight Education and Lab

    Credits: 4
    This course supports teacher candidates in the semester immediately preceding the K-Grade 3 student teaching semester. Topics of study include content and methods of instruction for teaching an integrated curriculum in the primary grades with specific emphasis on science, social studies, and language arts. Students will develop and collect applicable resources for teaching in the primary grades. Prerequisites: PS III admission & consent. Corequisites: ECE 478L-478 and ECE 495  (K-3).
     


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  • ECE 487 - Orientation to Child and Family Studies Practicum

    Credits: 1
    Orientation to Child and Family Services Practicum will identify expectations of the experience. Students will develop written and verbal communication skills necessary to obtain a practicum and work site. Students will investigate and locate an appropriate practicum site and set professional and educational goals for the practicum experience. Prerequisites: ECE 488 ; PS III admission. Corequisites: ECE 495 .


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  • ECE 488 - Student Teaching (COM)

    Credits: 1-12
    Students preparing for teaching in the early childhood setting will observe, participate, and teach under the supervision of the regular classroom teacher in an approved early childhood setting. An additional “Mandatory Fee” applies to this course.


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ECON (Economics)
  

  • ECON 101 - Global Economy

    Credits: 3
    A study of basic economic principles presented from a global perspective and focused at individuals with little or no previous economic skills. Topics include: modern economic systems, foreign exchange rates, import and export trade, labor flows, government policy, and consumer behavior and welfare. Notes: Not a substitute for ECON 201 or ECON 202.


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  • ECON 119 - First Year Seminar

    Credits: 1
    The First Year Seminar course provides an introduction to academic life at SDSU as well as career exploration within the Economics Department. The course will explore majors and careers as well as graduation requirements, introduce professional development topics, and explore professional goals. Students should enroll in this course during their first year at SDSU.


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  • ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics (COM) [SGR #3]

    Credits: 3
    Principles of Microeconomics studies basic economic concepts as they relate to consumer, worker, and business decisions. Emphasis is given to satisfaction maximizing behavior by individuals and profit maximization by firms. Market structures are thoroughly analyzed regarding their effect on price, output, and competitiveness. Notes: Course meets SGR #3 .


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  • ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics (COM) [SGR #3]

    Credits: 3
    Principles of Macroeconomics considers the economy as a whole, how its sectors interact, and how monetary and fiscal policy can influence output, inflation, interest rates, unemployment, poverty, debt, and other factors. Notes: Course meets SGR #3 .


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  • ECON 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Intermediate microeconomics examines more advanced microeconomic theory, then applies it to consumers’ and businesses’ consumption, pricing, and output decisions in various types of markets. Prerequisites: ECON 201  and MATH 121  or MATH 123  or MATH 125 .


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  • ECON 302 - Intermediate Macroeconomics (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Intermediate macroeconomics examines more advanced macroeconomic theories, then uses them to understand the determinants of national output, prices, interest rates, and employment under various conditions, and to evaluate effectiveness of monetary and fiscal policies. Prerequisites: ECON 201 ; ECON 202 ; and MATH 102 , MATH 115 , MATH 120 , MATH 121 , MATH 123 , MATH 125  or MATH 281.


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  • ECON 319 - Seminar with Industry Leaders

    Credits: 1
    Students will hear about top of the mind issues from leaders of state, regional, national, or multi-national companies or agencies.  Students will research and engage in discussion on how these issues are addressed by management and how they will impact business and economic decisions.


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  • ECON 330 - Money and Banking (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Money and banking examines the historical development of money, the bank system, and the federal reserve in the United States. The course studies interest rate determination and how monetary policy affects rates and the economy. Prerequisites: ECON 201  and ECON 202 .


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