Course Description:

This course introduces the student to the functioning of the market mechanism, its strengths and weaknesses, and to the role of the consumer and the producer in the modern global economy. This course also examines the behavior of the consumer, and that of the profit-maximizing firm in regard to cost, price and output, within varying levels of competition, and government regulations. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and to be able to demonstrate a higher level of grasp of economic theory through expanded assignments and real world applications and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and the regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or better or "P". Field trips may be required. Formerly: ECON R102H. Transfer credit: CSU;UC. Transfer credit: CSU;UC.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, CSU Area D: Social Sciences, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) B2: Social & Behavioral Sciences

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Field trips

may be required.

Section Information as of 28-JUL-2026 11:07:34 AM

• CRN: 30888
• Instructor: Edwards, Ishita
• Section Corequisites: NONE
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Oxnard College Bookstore

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