Economics deals with allocating scarce resources among competing means to satisfy the human wants of society. The primary objective of this course is to give students the theory and tools needed to view forestry related problems and outcomes from an economic perspective, and allow them to make decisions regarding forest use through the use of economic principles. A missed exam can be made up within one week of the original exam date if the student's absence is due to a University recognized excuse. Otherwise, the student will receive a grade of zero on the exam. It is the student's responsibility to see the instructor about missed exams.
Homework is due by class time on the scheduled due date.
I agree to adhere to this commitment to academic honesty and understand that my failure to comply with this commitment may result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the University. Resources are available on-campus for students having personal problems or lacking a clear career and academic goals which interfere with their academic performance. Career Resource Center , Reitz Union, 392-1601, career development assistance and counseling. Most assignments will be aided by the use of personal computers. Students should be adept at the use of commonly used word processing, graphics, and spreadsheet software such as WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Quattro Pro, etc.