Economics 563a:Economics and ComputationFall 2008 Dirk
Bergemann This course is a joint course in economics and computer
science, open to advanced undergraduates and first or second year
graduate students. It is is cross-listed as ECON 425 and CPSC 455/555. Topic: A
mathematically rigorous investigation of the interplay
of economic theory and computer science with an emphasis on the
relationship of incentive compatibility and algorithmic efficiency.
Particular attention is paid to the formulation and solution of
mechanism-design problems that are relevant to data networking and
Internet-based commerce. Suitable for mathematically inclined
advanced undergraduates and first- or second-year graduate students in
Computer Science, Economics, or closely related fields. Some familiarity with
basic algorithmics and basic microeconomic theory will be
helpful but is nota formal prerequisite.
For more information, see the course web
pages for Spring 2006, Spring 2003, and Spring 2002, all
of which are Required texts (available at Labyrinth Bookstore):
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