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.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Online
Hybrid
Starting at $850.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • 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.

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Nurit Katz
400867
Fee:
$850.00
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Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: January 10, 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 hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025
Course Requirements

Spring 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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Wednesday 5:30PM - 8:30PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Nurit Katz
402084
Fee:
$850.00
Hybridformat icon
Location: Remote Classroom
Notes

This hybrid section is made up of live online and online instruction. International Students: This hybrid section is not considered in person for immigration purposes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 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 February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
Course Requirements
Book: Thinking in Systems: A Primer by Meadows, Donella H., Meadows, Donella
Book: WORKING TOWARDSUSTAINABILITY: ETHICALDECISION-MAKING IN ATECHNOLOGICAL WORLD by Charles J. Kibert (Author), Martha C. Monroe (Author), Anna L. Peterson (Author), Richard R. Plate (Author), Leslie Paul Thiele (Author)
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Apr 2, 2025
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 16, 2025
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 30, 2025
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 14, 2025
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 28, 2025
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jun 11, 2025
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Nurit Katz
402085
Fee:
$850.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 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 February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025

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