ECONOMICS 238 - The Economy of Cities. Every Fall

Institution:

Franklin and Marshall College

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An overview of the economic forces that have shaped the formation and transformation of cities in history, with particular focus on urban patterns since the 18th century. Topics covered include the effects of technological change (in production, transportation, and marketing), urban sprawl, the role of "place" in the power dynamics and conflicts of capitalist societies, and the history of urbaneconomic-development public policy initiates in the U.S. Required work includes a term paper. Prerequisites: ECO 100 and ECO 103. Callari

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.FANDM.EDU

Phone Number:

(717) 291-3911

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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