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Principles of Sustainability I: Introduction
ENVIRON X 400
This course lays the foundation for the study of global sustainability by providing a basic understanding of environmental systems and the interrelationship and effect of humans upon the environment.
Gain a fundamental understanding of sustainability
Explore sustainability issues
Identify and implement effective solutions
Learn how to evaluate the viability of sustainability strategies
About this course:
This introductory survey lays the foundation for the study of global sustainability. With universal principles as a broad framework, this course provides a basic understanding of environmental systems and the interrelationship and effect of humans upon the environment. Topics include a historical overview of sustainability and the current problems and issues, an overview of earth's physical and biological systems and the impact of environmental issues like climate change on these systems, an examination of environmental and urban issues and strategies, and tools to investigate and analyze sustainable environmental practices.
Enrollment deadline: June 29th, 2025. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to sustainability@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from April 28, 2025 to July 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Thinking in Systems: International Bestseller
by Donella H. Meadows (Author), Diana Wright (Editor)
Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 978-1603580557
Working Toward Sustainability: Ethical Decision-Making in a Technological World
by Charles J. Kibert (Author), Martha C. Monroe (Author), Anna L. Peterson (Author), Richard R. Plate (Author), Leslie Paul Thiele (Author)
This hybrid section is made up of live online and in-person instruction.
International Students: This hybrid section is considered in person for immigration purposes.
Enrollment deadline: September 28, 2025. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to sustainability@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Enrollment deadline: September 28, 2025. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to sustainability@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
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