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 (In-Person)
Starting at $745.00
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.

Spring 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Nurit Katz
390631
Fee:
$745.00
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ENROLL BY: Apr 3, 2023
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Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate.

Enrollment deadline April 7, 2023. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 07, 2023
Course Requirements
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Wednesday 5:30PM - 8:30PM PT
Available
See Details
Instructor: Nurit Katz
390632
Fee:
$745.00
Hybrid (In-Person)format icon
Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood , Remote Classroom
ENROLL BY: Apr 5, 2023
See Details
Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate. 

Enrollment deadline: April 11, 2023. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 18, 2023
Course Requirements
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Apr 5, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114A
Lecture
Wed Apr 12, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Apr 19, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114A
Lecture
Wed Apr 26, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 3, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114A
Lecture
Wed May 10, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 17, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114A
Lecture
Wed May 24, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed May 31, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114A
Lecture
Wed Jun 7, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jun 14, 2023
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 114A

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