ECON 130 - American Economic History: CD

5.0 Credits
The American economy is examined through the historical perspective of over four centuries. Capitalist development and cultural diversity are emphasized throughout the course. Topics include: growth, war, immigration, equity, public policy, business cycles, and globalization.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Use graphical analysis to describe historical trends and economic relationships. [REASON]
Identify causal relationships of business cycles. [REASON]
Identify major economic turning points with their economic impacts. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe various perspectives embodied in such institutions as: slavery, immigration, unionism, and globalization. [EXPLORE]
Evaluate the impacts of government policies on economic outcomes. [REASON]