Level 3 Economics
EC304 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: S Pats 1.
Recommended Prior LearningIdeally, 16 credits at Level 2 economics.
Candidates new to economics are welcome, at the discretion of the HoD
This course is available at St Patrick's College.
OBJECTIVES:
On completing this course students will:
•Gain a working knowledge of economic skills and techniques used to interpret economic information
•Present and interpret economic data
•Understand economic relationships
•Appreciate the reasons for and wisdom of government intervention.
•Understand relationships in the economy as a whole.
COURSE CONTENT
The course encompasses three sections:
•Section A: The economic problem relating to scarcity and allocation
•Section B: The framework for State intervention
•Section C: The aggregate economic activity and policy
Learning Areas:
Career Pathways
Cook, Mining Engineer, Accountant, Auditor, Actuary, Finance Manager, Retail Manager, Statistician, Baker, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Debt Collector, Property Manager, Butcher, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Urban/Regional Planner, Kitchenhand, Chef, Elected Government Representative
Equipment/StationeryStudents are required to purchase from the College the Workbooks which accompany this subject at a cost of $45.