Economics 455. Introduction to Econometrics (4) Advanced regression analysis. Topics include dummy variables, residual analysis, binomial dependent variables, simultaneous equations, and forecasting techniques. Computers will be used extensively although programming skills are not necessary. Prerequisites: Econ 202, 203; EconQt 261. 480. Independent Study (1-5) Individual work or work in small groups, by arrangement, in special topics not included in the announced course offerings. Prerequisites: EconQt 261 and instructor approval (limited to 2 credit hours per quarter). 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) (See 292 for description.) 532. Public Finance (4) This course explores the basic taxation and spending policies of the public sector. The role of the public sector, cost-benefit analysis, tax incidence, and the efficiency effects of taxation are stressed. Prerequisites: EconQt 240, 261; Econ 302. ECON/QUANTITATIVE COURSES-ECONQT m The following are service courses which are designed for major and minor programs in the School of Business and Economics. 240. Quantitative Analysis for Business and Economics (4) Emphasis on applications of quantitative tools to problems in business. Topics include profit maximization, cost functions, demand analysis, and output maximization with budget constraints and resource allocation. Prerequisite: Math 107 or equivalent as determined by the Math Department. 260. Statistical Analysis I (4) Introduction to concepts and applications of statistics in business and economics. Topics include summary statistics, probability distributions of random variables, sampling, and estimation. Class will include use of computers. Prerequisite: Math 107 or equivalent as determined by the Math Department. 261. Statistical Analysis II (4) Continuation of EconQt 260. Topics include test of hypotheses, correlation, time series, and multiple regression analysis. Computers will be used extensively in regression analysis. Prerequisite: EconQt 260. CENTER FOR ECONOMIC EDUCATION The Department has established a Center for Economic Education. Its basic function is to help educators in secondary and elementary schools improve their understanding and knowledge of economics. This will assist them in providing their students with the fundamental economic tools needed to evaluate complex national and international events that are a part of their daily existence. PROGRAM: ECONOMICS TEACHING MINOR General Requirements: • A grade of 2.5 or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: (minimum of 30 credit hours): • Required courses (13 credit hours): Econ SS101 (5), 102 (3), SS274 (5). • Elective courses (11 credit hours): Courses must be approved by department chair prior to taking the courses. • Support courses required (6 credit hours): Commun HU102 (3) or its equivalent and Educ 450 (3). Logistics m ECONOMICS COURSES FOR TEACHERS The following courses are designed for teachers and teaching minors 501. National Income Analysis (4) National income analysis and selected topics in the theory of income determination. (Designed for teachers.) 502. The Theory of the Firm (4) The pricing process under various market structures within the framework of an enterprise system of economic organization. (Designed for teachers.) 511. International Trade and Business (4) A survey of international economic relations, problems, and policies. (Designed for teachers.) 520. The U. S. Monetary System (4) A survey of the monetary and banking system of the United States. (Designed for teachers.) 535. Government and the Free Enterprise System (4) A survey course that examines the role and impact of governmental institutions and policies upon the private sector of the economy. (Designed for teachers.) 574. Economic Approach to U. S. History (4) The impact of economic factors upon the growth and development of the United States. (Designed for teachers.) 114 CENTER FOR LOGISTICS Chairman: Dix W. Cloward Location: Building One, Room 147 Telephone Contact: Kim Webb 626 6068 Professor: Dix W. Cloward; Assistant Professors: Robert Bateman, Edwin Lewellyn; Adjunct Professors: David Lamplugh, Max Neves. Description The Logistics curriculum provides students with information that prepares them to be immediately effective in the logistics profession. This applied formal education, in a relatively new and growing area, puts logistics graduates in a high priority position for job placement. Education The curriculum is developed so as to provide students with quantitative skills and a general business background as well as a knowledge of the logistics processes. PROGRAM: LOGISTICS BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • Specific College Requirements (see index). • Requirements for General Education (see index). • A minor is not required. • A GPA of 2.50 or better in Advanced Standing requirements is required for acceptance into the Logistics Program. • A GPA of 2.5 or better is required in the Business Core and all logistics courses. • A minimum of 183 total hours are required for this degree. Sixty (60) of the 183 hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 or above). School of Business and Economics Requirements: - • Advanced Standing requirements (23 credit hours). • Business Core requirements (43 credit hours): Log 110 (5); Acctg 202 (3), 230 (3); EconQt 261 (4); Mgmt 301 (4); Mktg 301 (4); Fin 320 (4); Log 422 (4), 431 (4), 455 (4), 477 (4). • Specific Logistics course requirements (49 credit hours): Log 205 (5), 230 (4), 272 (4), 276 (4); CIS 340 (4); Log 433 (4), 441 (4), 444 (4), 445 (4), 450 (4), 461 (4), 473 (4). • Electives: Log 492 (1-2), a maximum of two (2) credit hours may be earned in this course. LOGISTICS COURSES-LOG m 110. Oral and Written Communications (5) Provides information about the nature of effective oral and written communications. Involves the student in activities to improve listening, reading, writing, and speaking. 205. Introduction to Logistics (5) A general overview of logistics, introducing the functions of material management and distribution. Introduces topics of managing, purchasing, inventory, supply, transportation, customer service, distribution, warehousing, materials handling, strategies, and policies. 230. Defense Procurement Management (4) An overview of procurement activity within the federal government. Subject matter will include the organization of a defense procurement agency, the procurement cycle, regulatory considerations and trends and non-market characteristics of the defense industry. 272. Distribution and Traffic Management (4) A study of the industrial traffic department and the application of transportation management principles to the reduction of transportation costs. This course will include the study of regulation, freight classification, tariffs, routing, and freight claims. 276. Packaging Administration and Technology (4) A survey of package development, testing, graphics, materials and machinery, and the management relationships between packaging, production, storage, security, and transportation from the industrial-military viewpoint. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-3) In order to provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used, it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript. See School of Business and Economics Registration Restrictions before registering for courses numbered 301 and above. All. Production Planning and Cost Analysis (4) A survey of production processes, process analysis, planning, and scheduling and the analysis of production costs through break even, make-or-buy, total annual costs, and return on investment. Prerequisite: Log 205. 431. Government Contracts and the Legal Environment (4) A study of basic principles and laws regarding contract methods and types, contract disputes and remedies applicable to government contracts. Emphasis is placed upon understanding legal environments and systems, public policies and ethical problems unuque to government contract law. Prerequisite: Log 230. 115 General Information Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technology Continuing Education