UC Berkeley Extension courses

This course provides a hands-on introduction to the practice of data science using the Python programming language. Python has become a popular language for data science, in part because of the many useful libraries available in it. During this course, you…

Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence (BI) will explore the concepts, frameworks, and best practices for designing on-premises and cloud-based data warehousing solutions and explore how to use analytical tools to perform data analysis. The first few…

Understand people’s relationship to space, architecture and the environment in this introductory, conceptual design course. Learn the basic elements of design to create 2-D compositions. Through lectures, readings, discussions and 3-D models, you apply the…

Conceptualize and design a residential project. Under direction, analyze spaces and refine layouts to satisfy functional requirements. Become familiar with residential lines of furnishings and finishings. Develop your color palette, and select suitable…

In this studio course, you take a commercial project (hospitality, workplace, retail or health care) through the schematic phase to the design-development phase. Employ your programming, space planning skills and code knowledge to develop a strong concept.…

Combine space planning, color theory, lighting, material selection, design and construction in this final studio that challenges you to apply these skills to a multistory, mixed-use project. Use study models to examine how light penetrates the various volumes…

Develop an understanding of interior architecture through research into the general principles of design and the specific histories of interiors and designers. During this course, you study contemporary and historic interior spaces to learn how to critically…

You may be interested in your own life stories, but how do you make them engaging to others? Whether you are interested in writing a personal essay or book-length memoir, learn how to shape your story with essential elements of craft such as voice, structure,…

How does a single cell, the fertilized egg, give rise to a complex organism that contains many different cell types, tissues and organs? How do the organs develop to the right size and in the right place to give rise to a functional animal? Developmental…

Learn the basics of digital cameras through an overview of photography and photographic terminology. Understand image-editing software and digital effects.

This course will help to place students' work in the context of contemporary photography practice. Learn to develop conceptual ideas, critique the work of your peers and find where your work fits in the context of broader photographic practice. In addition to…

Learn additional skills in the use of Lightroom, including efficient digital work flow, color management and how to prepare files for printing or posting on the web. Improve your composition and techniques while building your own portfolio. Lectures, lab work…

Develop observational abilities and rendering skills in this introduction to the fine art of drawing. Learn methods of describing objects in terms of line, value, shape and texture. Course projects help you explore the principles of light, space, composition…

Focus on rendering skills and creative approaches to composition and subject. You start by drawing almost exclusively from 3-D objects to hone representational skills and challenge your creativity. The class includes in-depth studies of value, forms in space,…

Whether you are writing a memo to your boss or a letter to the editor, it is crucial to craft your argument clearly and persuasively. Build confidence by improving your writing's organization, logic and style so that whatever kind of writing your work…

Get an introduction to employee benefit plans: what they include and how are designed, administered and evaluated. Study the most common types of discretionary benefits, and learn how they are selected and administered. Explore legal requirements,…

Examine the current legal and social issues that impact the employee-employer relationship, and the practical actions in order to address them. Using a contemporary and practical framework for the employee-relations discipline, you take a dynamic…

Become familiar with legislation and court decisions significant to human resources so that you can appreciate the concern related to employee rights and the sensitive nature of the employer’s role in dealing with evolving human resources management issues.…

Business history is full of instances where companies ignored risk management practices and incurred significant losses. In this course you learn about Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). ERM encompasses all risks to which an enterprise (company or other type…

Learn the fundamentals, strategies and techniques for implementing and managing environmental protection measures and related regulatory compliance issues. Explore methods for effective implementation and compliance with California and Federal environmental…

This course offers an exploration of the foundational methods and principles critical for investigating and controlling disease patterns within populations. The curriculum covers advanced study designs and statistical techniques, data analysis, and the…

This course will investigate and understand the instructional leadership practices related to preschool through third grade (P-3) education including how to develop and enact a PK-3 vision, align and integrate Universal Transitional Kindergarten into the CA…

Gain an understanding of people management as the ability to work with people at all levels—on an individual, team and organizational basis—to maximize employee performance and happiness and achieve project goals and success. Learn strategies to manage people…

Adobe After Effects is the essential software for any motion graphics designer and their skillset. Learn the fundamental tools of its timeline, graph editor, keyframing, blending modes, adjustment layers, pre-composing, mask reveals, track-mattes and sound…

Gain an in-depth study of the tax-oriented decisions and personal considerations that constitute an effective estate plan. Lectures and discussions cover the provisions of recent federal tax legislation and its impact on estate planning. You will analyze…

Develop a unique partnership between a drawing medium and your imagination, intuition and experience. In studio projects, you experiment with abstractions based on realism, as well as sounds, ideas and words. In addition to studying the relationship of medium…

Get an overview of common forms and genres of written self-expression, including personal essay/memoir, poetry, short fiction and novel. You experiment and discover in a safe environment. The course curriculum helps you learn and practice a variety of genres,…

Explore the expressive use of line, the dramatic values of light and shadow, and the basics of human anatomy. Slide-illustrated lectures present portraits and self-portraits using mood, memory, photography, abstraction and fantasy as expressive tools.

Examine the critical role of a company's facilities manager in relation to real estate planning and management. The course also covers the basic concepts and techniques associated with commercial real estate facilities management. Topics include managing and…

Get an overview of the operations and maintenance skills and methods facilities managers use on a regular basis. Course topics include budgeting, staffing, alterations, and building-systems operations. Facilities managers must have a thorough understanding of…

Expand your understanding of the planning processes, and learn to recognize the attributes of an effective business continuity plan. In-class exercises teach you how to create a variety of facilities plans. Guest speakers include representatives from Bay Area…

Explore the role and methods of facilities managers as they support an organization's long- and short-range objectives. Current and prospective facilities managers need strategic planning skills to ensure facilities are appropriately planned to meet the needs…

Learn to design and build effective, responsive and user-friendly web applications. You learn the fundamentals of front-end development and contemporary architectures by creating robust and dynamic web applications. Course topics include HTML, CSS and…

Whether you are an engineer, architect, project manager, developer or contractor, familiarize yourself with the variety of legal issues affecting the construction industry. California construction law is emphasized in the context of the foundational rights,…

Gain familiarity with architectural lighting techniques in this introductory course. Learn the fundamentals of lighting—luminaire sources and types, regulations and technical terminology—and determine how to apply them to practical situations for residential…

In this course, prospective teachers will develop an understanding of the different areas of linguistics and their application to the teaching of the English language. You will look at the origins of language and the English language, and focus on the areas…

One of the biggest challenges facing most nonprofit agencies is either finding or retaining staff talent in the areas of fundraising and volunteer management. Most staff and volunteers working in nonprofits today are motivated by the opportunity to help meet…

Get an introduction to fundamental concepts in biology, including cell structure and function; metabolism; molecular and organismal genetics; classification; and animal development, form and function. Designed for biology majors and premedical and prehealth…

Learn fundamental concepts in biology, including prokaryotes; protists; fungi and plant development, form and function; population genetics; ecology; conservation; the origin of life; evolution; and classification. Designed for biology majors and premedical…

Learn the fundamental concepts of inorganic chemistry, including properties of solutions, kinetics, equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, metals, nonmetals and other topics of interest. Develop laboratory skills such as…

Genome sequencing is the driving force behind precision medicine, where knowledge of genome variation is leading to more precise diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Understanding how to discern between pathogenic (disease-causing) and benign…

Investigate the human genome and various types of sequence variation, as well as their clinical consequences. This course covers methodologies used to uncover associations between genome variation and disease/drug response. Learn to interpret genomic test…

Gain an understanding of the role of quality assurance (QA) in the functional plants that make materials for clinical trials and commercial operations. Understand the role of QA in a functional Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) plant. Using case studies,…

Gain an understanding of the quality control function and the difference between quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) and the role and function of the QC department. Learn to critically understand what industry regulations require and how to apply…

Get an in-depth review of basic grammar topics that have particular importance in the ESL classroom. You also gain an understanding of the special difficulties that arise in learning a second language and the reasons that these problems occur.

This exit seminar for the Professional Program in Graphic Design helps you develop a professional graphic design portfolio to present to future clients as a freelancer and for employment in the profession. You will have the opportunity to showcase your unique…

Green supply chains are an important part of sustainable business practice. If you are an environmental or business manager or someone who wants to develop knowledge and expertise in sustainable business practices, this course teaches you about green product…

This course serves as an introduction to issues related to the role cultural diversity plays in health care advocacy. You will learn how characteristics such as race, ethnicity, gender, language preferences, religion and socioeconomic status can affect…

Learn to master the written parts of your application to graduate-level health profession programs (medical, dental, veterinary, advanced nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, public health, optometry and other health care programs). You…

Learn effective strategies and techniques to interview successfully for your desired graduate-level professional school (medical, dental, veterinary, advanced nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, public health, optometry and other health…