Recent SemestersSummer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025Class SizeNot publishedCredits3PrerequisiteElementary Algebra or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better OR through the placement process. Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4B · CSU GE Area D2DescriptionThis course was formerly known as ECON 302 Principles of Macroeconomics. This course is a graphical and functional analysis of the economy as a whole. It focuses on the economy's well- being, problems, and possible solutions. Major topics include: market demand and supply; macroeconomic sectors, goals, and problems (unemployment, inflation, business cycles, and deficits); the economy's output and price level; aggregate demand, aggregate supply, and equilibrium; and macroeconomic policies (fiscal and monetary) aimed at solving problems and stabilizing the economy. Related topics such as international trade, international finance, and economic growth are also discussed. � Economics 253Usually HeldTue Thu 9:00am–10:20am 