UCLA Extension courses

Designed for writers with at least one screenplay under their belts, this workshop guides you to launch and make significant headway on a new project. The goal is to develop a strong premise that sustains your entire script, create and refine the story…

This second in a four-part sequence in writing a feature film script has you hit the ground running. You begin by pitching your story based on your outline and revising it to make sure the premise can carry the entire movie. Armed with a workable outline, you…

This course is for people who are interested in entering the practice of commercial real estate. The course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of commercial real estate by covering the four major property types: multi-family, office, retail and…

In the last of a four-part sequence in writing a feature film screenplay, you reach FADE OUT. In the process of completing your script, you hone in on structuring conversations, explore how to maximize your story's visual implications, deepen scene writing…

The third in a four-part sequence in writing a feature film screenplay, this course focuses on writing a significant portion of Act II. You also refine your story outline; flesh out main and secondary characters; continue to develop the art of the scene as it…

As the world’s most craved food, chocolate makes an ideal holiday gift. However, we may think we are buying quality chocolate when in fact we are buying a confection loaded with sugar. In this course, we learn how to make sophisticated choices and distinguish…

This course provides an overview of property management fundamentals for the real estate professional, individual owner or real estate student. Property types covered include office, retail, industrial, condominium and apartment buildings. Responsibilities of…

This course covers the economic foundations of real estate value, as well as location theory; the economics of spatial patterns--the forces that shape cities and influence the real estate industry and land uses; and theories of growth and decay of local…

This course surveys the principles and tools of appraising various types of real estate, as well as provides an analysis of value, price, property and legal rights. Topics include principles of valuation; the real estate market; the relationship between real…

The first in a four-part sequence designed to take you through the full process of writing a feature film screenplay, this course grounds you in the key craft elements of story structure, plot, scene development, character, theme, genre and dialogue and shows…

This course surveys the concepts, methods and techniques of financing residential and non-residential real estate while also identifying and analyzing the various instruments used for such purposes. Instruction covers sources, characteristics and parameters…

This course covers the elements of day-to-day real estate sales and brokerage practices, emphasizing the selling process and handling a real estate transaction from listing to closing escrow. Topics include securing and qualifying listings and prospects,…

MSE 250B. Advanced Composite Materials. (Prof. Yang, J-M.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Preparation: BS in Materials Science and Engineering. Requisite: course 151. Fabrication methods, structure and properties of advanced composite…

Intermediate Mah-Jongg is designed for players who already understand the basic rules of play and have had some experience playing the game and wish to further develop their skills. The goals of the class include a better understanding of reading the…

This practical study of the basic principles, economic aspects and laws of real estate covers the information needed to obtain a real estate license and/or for better management of personal investments. Topics include legal descriptions and estates;…

ENGR 203 “Systems Architecting” Prof. Gasster Requisite: ENGR 201. This course is dedicated to teaching the art and science of architecting. It starts with an introduction on architecting methodology - paradigm and tools. Students will learn the principles of…

This course focuses on how to create and manage a Google AdWords account and the ad creation and optimization process for maximum traffic generation. AdWords campaign management issues are explained, including strategies for selecting optimal keywords…

Digital analytics is a set of business and technical activities that create and collect "big data" and process it for analysis, recommendations, optimizations and predictions. This course defines the term "digital analytics" and focuses on its importance in…

This course explores the various media outlets--print, broadcast and digital--for those working in a broad range of public relations fields and discusses the tricks of the trade on how to work with these outlets effectively. Case histories will be used to…

This course is intended to provide an introduction to the basic history, theories, principles and methods of public relations practice. The emphasis in this class is on problem solving and the tools and techniques of the trade as applied to real-life…

The course is intended for executives and professionals that want to go beyond the basics to learn how to apply social media to get concrete business results. The course puts students on the leadership path with strategies and tactical plans that lead to…

Providing a comprehensive and practical approach to conducting relevant, useful marketing and advertising research, this course examines consumer behavior and how it can influence marketing and advertising decision-making, as well as methodologies used to…

Create effective consumer-targeted digital advertising campaigns across the ever-changing digital media landscape. Explore how to plan, create, track and optimize all types of digital advertising campaigns, with a focus on developing highly strategic…

Writing for marketing and advertising is all about crafting a message. This course aims to build the essential skills to write clear, concise, and compelling messages for all media. You study and practice writing proposals, direct mail pieces, brochure copy,…

This course emphasizes the managerial process in the international environment and provides an operational assessment of the fundamental issues involved in the management of international and multinational corporations. Instruction focuses on analyzing case…

Currency devaluations are a major cause of global economic chaos, thereby forcing multinational companies, as well as importers and exporters, to make long-term decisions that are undermined by daily trading occurrences. Currency traders, including hedgers,…

More and more individuals are investing internationally to take advantage of its potential growth and diversify their investment portfolios. This course provides you with a comprehensive overview of investment opportunities and strategies in international…

Conducting business across cultures is crucial for succeeding in today's highly competitive marketplace. This highly interactive, simulation-based course provides executives with the knowledge and skills to plan, work, and negotiate in the global marketplace.…

The United States is the largest consumer market in the world, yet it is significantly different and more challenging than any other marketplace, especially for those who are unfamiliar with American business practices. This course provides entrepreneurs,…

Nanoscience and nanotechnology involve unexplored frontiers of interdisciplinary fields of science and technology—from mechanical and chemical engineering to materials science, bioengineering, and physics. Nanomaterial refers to studying and measuring…

Fulfills English Language Learner requirement (Standard 12) for SB 2042 Preliminary Credential when taken with X 426.1. Please obtain the approval of your credential program advisor before enrolling to ensure that this course satisfies your credential program…

During this two-week course, participants will gain an understanding of the purpose, role and structure of college admissions essays. The course will explore standards and ethics to be used when supporting students through the essay writing process.…

This course covers integrating computers and related technologies into the CTE Education curriculum in ways that enhance learning for adolescents and adults with diverse needs and learning styles. Also included is the study of methods for developing effective…

Study instructional strategies, activities, and materials to teach adult and adolescent learners. Learn about effective planning and clear presentation of instruction, including motivational strategies for learners. Other course topics include techniques for…

Examine the history and traditions of career technical education (CTE) and its impact on contemporary CTE programs and the economy of California. Develop a professional perspective by examining contemporary education policies and teaching practices in…

CTE Portfolio and Teaching Practicum is the last and final course required for the DSCTE credential. Due to the nature of the CTE credential, the UC CTE Collaborative courses, SDAIE and Special Needs Strategies for CTE, Integrating Technology into CTE,…

As David Damrosch reminds us, “Reading a work from a different place and time involves a back-and-forth movement between the familiar and the unfamiliar. A view of the world is always a view from wherever we are, and we inevitably filter what we read through…

Introduction to Counseling for College Admission explores the college admission process from both the student and counselor perspectives, with emphasis on student research, application, selection and counselor information dissemination and responsibility.…

This mini course offers a detailed review of the two primary financial aid applications, the FAFSA and the CSS PROFILE. The seven modules address application rationale, processes and documentation requirements in a step-by-step fashion. The information will…

The purpose of this short, intensive course is to introduce potential advisors or counselors, who are either new to the field or are making a career change, to numerous aspects of the college admissions process. During this two-week course, students develop…

Bringing a design-centric approach to UI (User Interface), this course will give you the tools to make the interactive elements on your website or app look great and feel intuitive. Instruction covers visual fundamentals, presentation best practices, and user…

Object-oriented software development. Abstract data type definition and use. Overloading, inheritance, polymorphism. Object-oriented view of data structures: stacks, queues, lists. Algorithm analysis. Trees, graphs, and associated algorithms. Searching and…

CS 264A. Automated Reasoning: Theory and Applications. (Instructor: Darwiche, A.) Lecture, four hours; laboratory, four hours; outside study, four hours. Requisite: course 161. Introduction to theory and practice of automated reasoning using propositional and…

This online course provides a contemporary, research-based perspective on learning and inquiry through play in early childhood settings and explains how play supports optimal brain development. Students learn about historical and contemporary perspectives of…

This online course covers developmentally appropriate curriculum methods for early childhood. Students learn to design, equip, plan and implement engaging learning environments for supporting developmental goals and knowledge. Learn to create optimal…

Learn about early care, education approaches and how to identify quality care. This online course on teaching young children introduces the approaches, history and development of early childhood education programs. The course offers an overview of…

This online early childhood development course focuses on the social and cultural dynamics between the young child, the family and the community. Students develop communication skills between young children, peer groups, parents and teachers. They investigate…

This is an introductory course in child growth and development spanning conception through middle childhood. The course covers theories of human development; the scientific study of development; genetic and environmental contributions and interactions on…

Introduction to computer science via theory, applications, and programming. Basic data types, operators and control structures. Input/output. Procedural and data abstraction. Introduction to object-oriented software development. Functions, recursion. Arrays,…

EC ENGR C247A Neural Networks and Deep Learning (Instructor: Suhas, D.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, two hours; outside study, six hours. Requisites: courses 131A, 133A or 205A, and M146, or equivalent. Review of machine learning concepts; maximum…