This course requires Economics 401 and first year calculus as prerequisites. In the past, people who were not adequately prepared in either subject found it hard to keep up with the course. We will probably use more math than some economics courses, but nothing really hard. To get an idea of what to expect, take a look at Chapter 8, Section 8.1 of the required textbook . This is the hardest it will get.
Old exams are also available.
There are three exams, two midterms and the final. Your grade is based on best two exams out of three. This is done to reward improvement and to give you a second chance in case of accidental failure. Directly, they don't. However, don't forget about your homework just yet.