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.

Winter 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Nurit Katz
395043
Fee:
$745.00
Onlineformat icon
ENROLL BY: Jan 8, 2024
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Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: January 12, 2024. 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 12, 2024
Course Requirements
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Available
See Details
Instructor: Nurit Katz
396019
Fee:
$745.00
Onlineformat icon
ENROLL BY: Jan 8, 2024
See Details
Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate.

Enrollment deadline: January 12, 2024. 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 12, 2024
Course Requirements
-
Wednesday 5:30PM - 8:30PM PT
Available
See Details
Instructor: Nurit Katz
395044
Fee:
$745.00
Hybrid (In-Person)format icon
Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood , Remote Classroom , UCLA
ENROLL BY: Jan 10, 2024
See Details
Notes

Required course in Sustainability Certificate. 

Enrollment deadline: January 9, 2024. 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 23, 2024
Course Requirements
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Jan 10, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 111
Lecture
Wed Jan 17, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Jan 24, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 111
Lecture
Wed Jan 31, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Feb 7, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 111
Lecture
Wed Feb 14, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Feb 21, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 111
Lecture
Wed Feb 28, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Mar 6, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 111
Off-Site
Wed Mar 6, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Lecture
Wed Mar 13, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Mar 20, 2024
5:30PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 111

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