Welcome to Macroeconomics. This course serves as an introduction to the theories and problems of the economy as a whole. Topics include supply and demand, macroeconomic measurement such as, GDP, inflation, and unemployment, macroeconomic relationships and models, and fiscal and monetary policy. Students will learn how the economy works by solving quantitative problems and using graphs to illustrate the relationship between economic variables. Students will apply economic theory in the analysis of current economic issues. After taking this course students will be familiar with economic terminology which will make the business news easier to understand. Students' understanding of theory will enhance their understanding of what is happening in the economy and better predict the future ramifications of current economic events and policy and they will become a better informed voter. This course will provide students with tools that can be applied to the enhancement of their personal economic situation. And finally it will provide them with the necessary foundation for further coursework in the field of economics.