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Learn to critically analyze, interrogate and reflect on social justice issues in higher education. Power inequalities in society shape these injustices in ways that are not only systemic and structural but also personal. We will explore ways in which issues…
This course will explore topics in the sociology of health, illness and medicine, including the social causes and consequences of health and illness. This course will include the relationship between society and health including ethics, social inequality,…
Get an overview of software design principles and cloud platforms in this course. You first review object-oriented design fundamentals and best practices for building software using design patterns. Then, you take a deep dive into coding each design pattern…
Create a fully-fledged web-software application that is designed, built and tested using fundamental concepts and contemporary frameworks, technologies and methodologies. Integrate a variety of technologies, architectures and methodologies from coursework…
Review software project management and discuss the latest approaches, methodologies and standards of software development. You learn to evaluate initial development costs and schedules; define test and prototype activities; determine risk management…
Gain a theoretical and a practical understanding of Quality Assurance in the context of Software Development and Engineering. You should be comfortable being asked to install and use an integrated development environment for homework assignments but this is…
Develop plans that satisfy programmatic needs and use space efficiently. Learn techniques for assimilating client-project information, analyzing program requirements, and developing schematic space-planning solutions for residential and commercial situations.…
In this lively, interactive course for students who have completed intermediate-level Spanish at UC Berkeley Extension (or its equivalent), you enhance your fluency and comprehension, practice new vocabulary, review grammar, and gain conversation…
This unique course offers health care professionals a thorough foundation for Spanish conversation and comprehension. In each meeting, activities and discussions emphasize the vocabulary of the medical world. Learn to conduct basic professional conversations…
In this continuation of Spanish: Beginner SPANISH X416, you further develop your use of modern Spanish for practical communication. Hone listening and speaking skills through interactive activities, and strengthen reading and writing skills in a supportive…
Review the science and current research topics in the field of human stem cells, and learn how they are being applied to regenerative medicine. Examine the derivation, cultivation and development of technologies surrounding human embryonic stem cells, adult…
Learn how to build and maintain strong brands. You'll focus on such topics as brand strategy, research and positioning, as well as brand extensions, global branding, and measuring and managing brand equity over time. You then apply the information learned in…
Familiarize yourself with the principles and strategic concepts of marketing analytics, a high-growth area that uses computer-based models and metrics to improve marketing decisions and return on marketing investment (ROMI). Through case studies and…
This is the second course of a two-course sequence that introduces the knowledge and skills required to advise students in the transition from high school to college. You will expand your knowledge of specific college options and the admissions process.…
Learn theories about student development in college and how to apply such theories to programs, services and behavioral interventions. Explore the contexts of student development and focus on practical applications within the higher education setting. You…
What makes change happen? Why do some companies and communities adapt more easily to change and others less so? What is your relationship to change? Sustainability is fundamentally about change. Through the lens of systems thinking, strategy, communication,…
Learn the essentials of green building management and operations of a construction site from pre-construction to LEED/GPR/Fitwel/WELL certification. Course topics include green building codes, voluntary sustainability and resilience requirements, estimation…
Learn about income taxation of various entity types: corporations ("S" and "C"), LLCs, sole proprietorships, partnerships, estates, and trusts. We'll also discuss gift and transfer taxes, and review rules governing the formation, operation, and disposition of…
Compare different teaching solutions to specific pronunciation problems, and learn practical techniques for creating lively and effective pronunciation lessons. Examine American English pronunciation, including stress, rhythm, intonation, consonants and…
Learn the tools and concepts to produce effective technical documentation and presentations relevant to a wide range of professional fields, whether you are in engineering, physical or social sciences, industry, health care, academia or government. You…
Study the principles and best practices for information design in today’s workplace. Learn the fundamentals of graphic design theory while gaining valuable knowledge in the human information processing system. Learn how to understand and build information…
This course focuses on the business aspects of working in educational consulting and helps learners understand keys to success within this rapidly growing profession. You will explore how to manage your career as an educational consultant, identify how you…
Get a detailed picture of all aspects of the complex and highly interrelated activities involved in bringing a pharmaceutical discovery to approval and market. Although the focus is on pharmaceuticals, seminar discussions also integrate biologics, diagnostics…
In this literature course for writers, students learn how to read “through the language” of fiction to visualize the writing process underlying Atwood’s dystopian novel; a first-person narrative powered by the dissonant structure of a postmodern Female Gothic…
Compensation, as well as benefits programs, need to reflect the changing business landscape and organizational challenges. Learn about a range of compensation and rewards programs that address monetary and non-monetary options for employees beyond salary…
The Typography Fundamentals course will provide students with a broad understanding of contemporary typography and how to make intelligent, confident typographic design decisions. It is intended to help students develop a professional grasp on the craft of…
Get an introduction to the fundamentals of UX research. You gain an understanding of the logistics and theory of conducting user research and how to impact user experience design and product development. You also learn best practices for determining when to…
This capstone course guides students in creating a professional UX design portfolio for career advancement or graduate program applications. The portfolio will reflect your personal brand, highlight your strengths, and address areas for growth. The course…
Get an introduction to the principles of validation and the associated requirements defined by regulatory authorities. Study the validation regulatory elements and expectations and how they must be implemented for quality. Examine the role of quality…
Get an introduction to modern medical virology, with an emphasis on structure, molecular biology, viral replication, mutations, evolution of viruses, host cell interactions and pathogenesis, as well as diagnosis, control and prevention of infection.
Study fundamental concepts of hematology and the analysis of laboratory results and their clinical implications. Gain hands-on experience using Web-based software that acts as a virtual microscope, and learn how to interpret peripheral blood smears. You also…
This thorough exploration of watercolor painting offers instruction and opportunities to practice basic wet and dry techniques, washes, blends and use of transparency. Explore with a variety of special techniques for solving texture and masking problems.…
Learn to write effectively for social media, specifically blogs, LinkedIn, X, Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram. Establish a coherent writing process and brand voice; learn editing techniques; and examine the interplay between platform-specific context, content…
One joy of writing fiction is the many kinds of stories you can tell. In this class, you will explore several popular genres of fiction—literary, mystery, thriller, science fiction, fantasy, horror and romance. Learn techniques that are essential to all…
Develop an understanding of how feature stories blend journalism and art, exploring the dual nature of features based on facts but with the voice of a novel. Learn how to analyze features and how to research, report and write your own. You also learn how to…