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Pre-requisites: Student has completed or is in process of completing 30 Credits
Grounded in social justice and inclusion, this course will discuss current affairs within the field of criminology. The purpose of special topics is for students to be informed on the latest issues emerging within the field of criminology. (3-0)
In this course students will learn common patterns in organized crime and terrorism (mafia, gangs, etc), their social structure, and their relationship with politics and law enforcement. Special focus will be given to types of crime occurring in the borders including drug dealing, smuggling, human trafficking, among others. (3-0)
An introductory course in price theory. Topics include opportunity cost, demand, supply, markets, elasticities and the organization of markets. Modeling and the use of these models in real world situations, using current data, is explored. (3-0)
The object of this course is to teach basic general education level Macroeconomic concepts that will help the student understand how economic systems operate. Both strengths and weaknesses of the system will be discussed. The same concepts used to analyze the functioning of our economic system will provide the basis for analyzing personal, business, and government decisions. (3-0)
This course is a thorough exploration of the economies of Durango, the Four Corners, and local tribal nations. The course's dynamic curriculum reflects contemporary opportunities and challenges faced by these communities. Students apply theoretical tools to real-world projects to advance local economic development. For these projects students will work with community stakeholders
Pre-requisites: Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits
A course using economic analysis to explain the underlying behavioral causes of environmental and natural resource problems and to evaluate the policy responses to them. Topics include air and water pollution, the allocation of renewable and exhaustible resources, and sustainable development. (3-0)
Game theory is the formal analysis of strategic decision making. It provides a structured approach to the problems of strategic interactions and the process of making tactical decisions. This course considers the decision making process of individuals and institutions performing economic functions. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): ECON 262 - Principles of Microeconomics] [Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits]
The purpose of this course is to connect economic theory with business decision-making. The course is concerned with the application of economic models to business decisions and employs quantitative decision making tools. (3-0)
The purpose of this course is to explore the foundations of microeconomic theory. The course is concerned with the behavior of individual economic agents and their interactions. It studies how individual economic agents make decisions and how markets function. The course focuses on both policy applications and pricing theory. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): ECON 262 - Principles of Microeconomics] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): ECON 272 - Principles of Macroeconomics] [Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits]
Introduces theories of aggregate economic activity including the determination of income, employment and prices; the causes of short-term business cycles fluctuations, and long run economic growth. Short and long-term macroeconomic policies are explored in both closed and open economy models. (3-0)
Explores major figures in history of economic thought and the theories they created. Covers economic thought from the 1900 to the present. Covers neoclassical, Keynesian, Institutional, Austrian, and other contemporary schools of thought. Emphasizes the differences across schools of thought and challenges to mainstream economic thought and method. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits]
An examination of selected topics in the areas of economics. (3-0)
In this course students will read a variety of current writings concerning economics and policy (3-0)
Topics include the determination and role of interest rates, the organization and operation of the banking firm, the goals, implementation, and evaluation of monetary policy in an open economy, and exchange rate determination. Particular emphasis on the importance of financial markets in determining interest and exchange rates, bank behavior, and monetary policy. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): BA 254 - Bus Statistics: Applications] [Student has completed or is in process of completing 60 Credits]
Introduction to applied econometrics. This course concentrates on using the tools of regression analysis to investigate statistical relationships between economic variables. The focus of the course is applying econometric analysis with goal of becoming proficient in developing and interpreting linear multiple regression models. The tools introduced here can be applied to any number of other disciplines. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has completed all of the following course(s): ADMN 000 - Instructor Permission
Directed experience working in a business organization performing professional duties and responsibilities related to the economics profession. Specific requirements will include the keeping of a detailed journal and completion of a term paper. The student's performance will be evaluated by his/her supervisor in the business organization and the assigned college faculty member. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Business Economics, Business Economics Minor, Economics, Economics Minor] And Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed or is in process of completing 90 Credits]
Seminar-based course that requires students to demonstrate mastery in economic theory, economic policy analysis, empirical research, and critical thinking in the discipline of economics. There is also a focus on ethical economic decision-making. (3-0)
Students will learn about the nature of social development in young children and the guidance theories and methods in relation to behavior management and classroom guidance. Emphasis will be on proactive, preventive techniques that increase effectiveness with young children. (3-0)
This course serves as an introduction to early childhood education. It includes the eight key areas of professional knowledge: (1) child growth and development, (2) health, nutrition, and safety, (3) developmentally appropriate practices, (4) guidance, (5) family and community relationships, (6) diversity, (7) professionalism, and (8) administration and supervision. This course focuses on children from birth through age 5. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci: Early Childhood Education
This course focuses on a classroom seminar and placement in a child care setting. The supervised placement provides the student with the opportunity to observe children, to practice appropriate interactions, and to develop effective guidance and management techniques. Addresses ages birth through age 8. (0-2)
This course provides an overview of early childhood curriculum development. Includes processes for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate environments, materials and experiences, and quality in early childhood programs. Focuses on ages birth through age 5. (3-0)
Students in this course study the social, philosophical, cultural, economic, and intellectual foundations of schooling and education as they have evolved over time. Students engage in research, discussions, and activities that are directly related to American and international/comparative education. Students write and critically think about topics related to education practice in this culturally diverse world. (3-0) Students must complete this course with a B- or better for admission to th...e Teacher Education Licensure Program. Read more
A study of all types of literature for children, development of criteria for evaluating books and methods of creating in children a love of good books through a sound literature program for early childhood and elementary schools. (3-0)
This course focuses on the growth and development of the child from birth through age 5. It emphasizes physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional domains as well as the concept of the whole child. This class highlights how adults can provide a supportive environment through teaming and collaboration. (3-0)
Pre-requisites: Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed or is in process of completing 30 Credits] And Student has satisfied any of the following: [Student has completed all of the following course(s): ED 204 - Intro to Early Childhood Educa with grade greater than or equal to B- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).] [Student has completed all of the following course(s): ED 222 - Education: Global Perspectives with grade greater than or equal to B- (Undergraduate Grading Scheme).]
This course teaches the K-6 social studies content in the Colorado Academic Standards, including history, economics, geography and civics. (3-0)
