ECON 463 - Energy Economics

Description:
Theoretical and empirical perspectives on economics of energy; political economy of energy supply and demand; regulation in energy sector; analysis of prevalent market structures; economics of oil, coal, electricity generation, natural gas and alternative energies.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ECON 201.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Master the microeconomic principles that are used to analyze energy markets.
Demonstrate knowledge of historical and current issues in the economics of energy including issues of energy regulation, privatization, externalities, production and distribution.
Demonstrate knowledge of historical and current issues associated with the economics of coal, nuclear, natural gas, oil, and alternative energy industries.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/16/12

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