| Fall Term 2012 In Pursuit of Innovation - 5164 - ECON 211 |
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Prerequisites/Notes: Two courses in mathematics, or two courses in physics, or two courses in economics, or consent of instructor Catalog Description : This course acquaints students with innovation—its objectives, major characteristics, and likely origins. The course focuses mainly on scientific and /or technological innovation; it will be taught as a joint physics/economics offering. The course will include one or two lectures per week along with student presentations and hard-charging discussion based on readings from books, articles and case studies. Outside resource individuals (in most cases Lawrence alumni) who are well-placed and experienced in innovation will offer advice and guidance to particular student projects. May not be taken on an S/U basis. Attributes: Cross-Listed Course, GER Social Science Div, GER Speaking Intensive, 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
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