Course info

Preconditions 

Generally, the course requires knowledge of basic microeconomic theory. Examples of terms with which the participants should be familiar are: marginal cost, marginal revenue, profit maximization and constrained optimization

Learning results 

After completion of the module, students:

• understand the model structure, and the characteristics that distinguish CAPRI from other models,
  
• understand in some depth one of the core parts of CAPRI, 
  
• understand the main underlying data,
  
• are able to use the Graphical User Interface (GUI),
  
• are able to critically analyze CAPRI results,
  
• are able to modify scenarios, construct simple scenarios from scratch and more complex scenarios by combining basic scenario files,
  
• understand coding practices used in CAPRI. 
  

Course organization

I: Self Study:  Self-study tutorial using CAPRI STAR 2.4.: 

• Model installation
  
• Basic model understanding
  
• Graphical user interface 
  
• This part should be completed off-campus, before the lecture starts
  

II: An intensive 5-day: Lecture & Computer exercises  (14.9.-17.9.2020)

• The course will provide literature and hands-on exercises for theoretical knowledge about the model
  
• analyzing results and modifying and simulating scenarios. 
  
• Readings and sessions will be individualized to the participant’s interest and competence.
  

Final exam: written or oral exam, depends on the number of students