ECON 255
Econometrics
Fall 2024
(also offered Spring 2025)
Division II
Q Quantitative/Formal Reasoning
Class Details
An introduction to the theory and practice of applied quantitative economic analysis. This course familiarizes students with the strengths and weaknesses of the basic empirical methods used by economists to evaluate economic theory against economic data. Emphasizes both the statistical foundations of regression techniques and the practical application of those techniques in empirical research, with a focus on understanding when a causal interpretation is warranted. Computer exercises will provide experience in using the empirical methods, but no previous computer experience is expected. Highly recommended for students considering graduate training in economics or public policy.
The Class:
Format: lecture
Limit: 30
Expected: 30
Class#: 1884
Grading: no pass/fail option, no fifth course option
Limit: 30
Expected: 30
Class#: 1884
Grading: no pass/fail option, no fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation:
Requirements vary by professor, but typically include frequent problem sets, multiple exams, a group project, and possible additional assignments or quizzes.
Prerequisites:
MATH 130, plus STAT 161, 201 or 202 (or equivalent, including a score of 5 on the AP Statistics Exam), plus one course in ECON; STAT 101 will also serve as a prerequisite, but only if taken prior to the fall of 2018
Enrollment Preferences:
Current or prospective Economics and Political Economy majors.
Unit Notes:
Students may substitute the combination of STAT 201 and 346 for ECON 255
Distributions:
Divison II
Quantitative/Formal Reasoning
QFR Notes:
Course teaches research tools necessary to analyze data.
Attributes:
POEC Required Courses
Class Grid
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ECON 255 - 01 (F) LEC Econometrics
ECON 255 - 01 (F) LEC EconometricsDivision II Q Quantitative/Formal ReasoningTR 11:20 am - 12:35 pm
Wachenheim 0171884OpenInst -
ECON 255 - 02 (F) LEC Econometrics
ECON 255 - 02 (F) LEC EconometricsDivision II Q Quantitative/Formal ReasoningMWF 8:30 am - 9:45 am
Griffin 61885OpenInst -
ECON 255 - 03 (F) LEC Econometrics
ECON 255 - 03 (F) LEC EconometricsDivision II Q Quantitative/Formal ReasoningTR 8:30 am - 9:45 am
Griffin 71886ClosedInst