Economics
10 courses · Golden West College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ECON C2001 Principles of Microeconomics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ECON 201
Formerly: ECON C2001. An introductory course using microeconomic models to understand individual decisions by consumers and firms, market outcomes including market failure, elasticity, market structures, labor markets, inequality, and the impact of government policies. The course studies economic theory of scarcity, resource allocation, price theory, supply and demand, costs of production, and analysis of individual and firm behavior in markets.
ECON C2002 Principles of Macroeconomics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ECON 202
Formerly: ECON C2002. An introductory course using models of the domestic and international economy to understand national income, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, inequality, the financial system, and monetary, fiscal, and other economic policies. The course applies economic analysis to the aggregate economy including measurement of economic activity and explores economic fluctuations in the economy, the causes of recessions, gains from trade, and global economic disparities.
ECON G100 Introductory Economics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course offers an introduction to the fundamentals of economics and provides a survey of both microeconomic and macroeconomic principles for students from all academic disciplines. Students will explore concepts such as supply and demand, market structures, inflation, and fiscal policy, and will gain practical insights into how economics affects everyday life and global dynamics. No credit for ECON G100 if taken after ECON C2001 or ECON C2002.
ECON G105 Consumer and Financial Math
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Course taught at the level of elementary algebra or appropriate math placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides an exploration of the use of mathematics related to consumer and financial applications. The course will utilize basic mathematical concepts applied to the real world and society for consumers, business, money, and banking.
ECON G110 Economic Issues and Policy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Formerly: Contemporary Economic Issues and Problems. This course provides an introduction to the basic tools and concepts of economic analysis with an emphasis of applying economic theory to current problems and issues. Topics include scarcity, decision making, supply and demand, and the effects of policy applied to selected issues such as crime, drug control, healthcare, pollution, and poverty.
ECON G115 Mathematical Game Theory
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Course taught at the level of intermediate algebra or appropriate math placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Formerly: Game Theory. This course provides an introduction to the mathematics of game theory. The course will use mathematical techniques and probabilities to calculate game strategies and interactions between rational decision makers. It will apply statistics to analyze and maximize outcomes of multiplayer games. The course will build game theory frameworks including Prisoner's Dilemma, games of chance, strategic games, and real world applications of market competition and international relations.
ECON G120 Economic History of The United States
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is identical to HIST G110. This course explores the economic history of the United States from the colonial period to the present. Emphasis is placed on the factors and forces contributing to U.S. economic development, evaluating the various agents of growth, and attempted solutions to economic problems. This course utilizes primary and secondary sources to examine the changing nature of American capitalism and U.S. involvement in the global economy. Enrollment Limitation: HIST G110; students who complete ECON G120 may not enroll in or receive credit for HIST G110.
ECON G130 Environmental Economics and Policy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Formerly: ENVS G100 Introduction to Environmental Studies. This course provides an introduction to environmental studies that focuses on resource allocation, environmental issues, and environmental policy. The course is an interdisciplinary perspective on the biological processes of air, soil, and water; an analysis of human impact on the environment; and policies to foster sustainable development. The course evaluates problems of natural resource use, environmental quality, and pollution. Examines policies used to correct market failures of natural resources both nationally and internationally.
ECON G135 International Political Economy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is identical to PSCI G135. This course examines the relationship between economics and political science through an international lens. Students will explore a range of topics that bridge the gap between politics and economies by analyzing complex issues that include global disparities, the rise of emerging markets, and the strategic interaction between international actors and policy. Enrollment Limitation: PSCI G135; students who complete ECON G135 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSCI G135.
ECON G160 Statistics for Business and Economics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Course taught at the level of intermediate algebra or appropriate math placement.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- MATH 110
This course introduces probability techniques, hypothesis testing and predictive techniques to facilitate decision-making. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability and sampling distributions, statistical inference, correlation and linear regression, chi-square and t-test, and application of technology for statistical analysis and interpretation of statistical findings. Students will utilize statistical techniques to calculate probabilities, perform hypothesis testing, and interpret the results. Provides an introductory statistics course for business and economics majors and provides applications using data from business, economics, political science, health science, and education. Enrollment Limitation: STAT C1000/STAT C1000E/PSYC G140/SOC G125; students who complete ECON G160 may not enroll in or receive credit for STAT C1000, STAT C1000E, PSYC G140, or SOC G125.