UCLA Extension courses

MAE 265A Control and Trajectory Planning for Autonomous Aerospace Systems. Prof. Lopez Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Requisite: course 171A. Introduction to autonomous aerospace systems with focus on dynamics, control, and motion planning.…

This course is designed for marketing professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, consultants, and technically curious practitioners who want to move beyond basic AI tools and implement AI-powered marketing systems end-to-end. Participants gain both…

This hands-on creative experience is designed for beginners and novices who share a love for art, travel, and personal expression. In this course, we master the fundamentals of sketching and simple watercolor washes, progressing from basic color mixing to…

At the beginning of her career, Cyndi Lauper was told that success was just around the corner—if only she could use her amazing voice to sound more like Barbra Streisand. "I think that job has been taken," she replied, knowing that success would come only if…

This course provides an overview of the Business of Sport, blending theoretical knowledge with practical application, while exposing students to a diverse range of career opportunities across professional, collegiate, interscholastic/youth, and recreational…

This is a dynamic course introducing an interdisciplinary program that explores the powerful intersection of talent, commerce, and cultural influence in sports and entertainment. Discover how athletes and artists build sustainable brands, negotiate power…

In this course, we explore the profound spiritual landscapes of ancient China and India, seeking the soul of the traditions that have shaped Eastern thought for millennia. We begin by examining the origins of Taoism and its founder, Lao Tzu, alongside the…

In this course, we explore how depression, anxiety, and mood changes uniquely manifest as we age, focusing on the many factors that influence emotional well-being in later life. We examine how physical health changes, grief, caregiving roles, and social…

The Art Nouveau era emerged in late 19th-century France amidst a swirling landscape of societal change and creative rebellion. Characterized by sinuous curves and organic forms, the movement looked to nature as its ultimate sourcebook, stylizing plants,…

Edvard Grieg was the preeminent figure of Norwegian musical nationalism, celebrated for his ability to transform folk traditions into sophisticated art music. A master of the Romantic era, Grieg established a distinct Nordic identity that broke away from the…

Unlike his tragedies, William Shakespeare’s comedies generally revolve around themes of love, mistaken identity, and social disruption, almost always culminating in the celebratory union of marriage. While modern audiences may find the humor evolves beyond…

With nearly one hundred Academy Award nominations collectively, the Newman family has been a fundamental force in shaping the sound of American cinema over the last century. Their work traces the evolution of movie music, from grand orchestral scores and the…

Building upon the illustrious art-collecting legacies of their parents, Helen Clay Frick and Electra Havemeyer Webb became visionary collectors and preservationists in their own right. Their work transformed family traditions into expansive public…

John Cheever, the Pulitzer Prize-winning "Chekhov of the American landscape," masterfully captured the tension between mid-century social grace and the hidden complexities of the human psyche. In this course, we explore Cheever’s iconic fiction, spanning…

Traits commonly associated with ADHD often fuel creative thinking by fostering divergent thought, novel idea generation, and unique perspectives, leading to strengths in artistic endeavors, problem-solving, and innovation. In this course, we explore the lives…

Hollywood may be more famous for its divorces than its weddings, but few subjects have sparked as entertaining, insightful and funny movies as Hollywood’s take on marriage. In this course, we analyze how even the most entertaining films can deliver…

Fandom is one of the most powerful cultural and economic forces shaping modern entertainment, sports, gaming, and brands. This course examines fandom as a structured system and how fan communities form, grow, organize, commercialize, fracture, and endure,…

A hands-on workshop where participants learn how to design, build, and deploy their own Custom GPTs and create simple AI automations using platforms such as ChatGPT and Perplexity. We’ll focus on practical, real-world use cases that help educators and…

From their beginning in the late 1890s, silent films often focused on producing comedies. Mostly improvised and often rather silly, they required few if any subtitles to be understood by most audiences. Early films emphasized visual and physical humor such as…

Art and science are not separate disciplines, but two sides of the same fundamental human impulse to observe, understand, and create. In this course, we explore the indivisible connections between the aesthetic and the methodical, examining the convergence…

This course is designed for students with a solid foundation in French who wish to further develop their understanding of linguistic concepts through intermediate-level grammar and vocabulary. We complete guided grammar exercises and practice expressing…

Music has always been a source of controversy and scandal. In the search for originality, some artists push the envelope and either pay the price or use it for self-promotion. There have been fascinating episodes of plagiarism, cultural appropriation, and…

In this course, we trace the evolution of jazz from its origins to the present day, exploring how its defining characteristics have transformed over time. Through guided listening and analysis, we learn to identify and appreciate major jazz styles…

In this course, we discover the extraordinary artistry of Jack Boul—painter, printmaker, and beloved American University professor—whose work appears in the National Gallery of Art, the Phillips Collection, the Smithsonian, and private collections nationwide.…

Many contemporary artists are using their art to engage with cultural, social and personal narratives. These artists share a common thread in their work—they all explore themes of identity, culture, and social issues, often drawing from their own backgrounds…

For over 75 years, the Lean and Six Sigma methodologies have been helping organizations meet and exceed customer requirements while becoming more efficient and profitable. Lean and Six Sigma help organizations develop and deliver near-perfect products and…

This course is designed to introduce students to French music and poetry, two beloved and expressive art forms. Each week, we explore two iconic songs and poems from the early 20th century through the present, gaining fundamental language skills in a…

UCLA Extension's Paralegal Training Program (PTP) is approved by the American Bar Association and seeks to prepare students to function as ethical, effective and efficient professional paralegals in law firms, businesses, government and nonprofit…

This course explores the growing role of AI technologies in real estate markets, covering topics such as property valuation, predictive analytics, use of machine learning to optimize investment strategies, location selection, and migration patterns so…

MAE 171B Digital Control of Physical Systems. (Instructor: Tsao, T-C.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, two hours; outside study, six hours. Enforced requisite: course 171A or Electrical Engineering 141. Analysis and design of digital control systems.…

This course is designed for students to learn the foundations of the French language through introductory grammar and vocabulary. Students practice expressing themselves in real-world communicative contexts. This course is recommended for those wishing to…

Tai Chi, an ancient martial art, is utilized today as a therapeutic form of moving meditation and rehabilitation and promotes physical health, mental clarity, and overall well-being. In this course, we progressively learn the first 11 movements of the Tai Chi…

This course is designed to equip students with practical, fundamental knowledge of French to better navigate and appreciate a trip to France or a French-speaking country. Before each class meeting, we read a brief chapter from a French phrasebook on a…

In this course, we learn how plants function by studying their anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and nutrition. We look at the internal structure of fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices, and common ornamentals. Our discussion includes organic vs. inorganic…

In this course, we analyze the scripts of The Conversation (1974) and Godfather II (1974) and compare them to the films (viewed at home). We look at themes, story development, character development, foreshadowing, shot choices, rising action, and climax. In…

This course introduces marketers, strategists, and digital professionals to the practical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in today’s marketing landscape. Through hands-on exercises and real-world examples, students will learn how to use AI tools to…

This comprehensive didactic course immerses participants in the theoretical foundations of maxillofacial prosthetics, equipping them with essential background knowledge for clinical practice. Structured modules facilitate an in-depth exploration of topics…

This immersive clinical course at the Maxillofacial Clinic provides trainees with hands-on experience in the specialized field of maxillofacial prosthetics. Participants will directly observe experienced faculty and independently treat patients with acquired…

(Formerly numbered XL 23L.) Lecture, one hour; laboratory, three hours. Requisite: course XL 7B. Recommended to be taken concurrently with course XL 7C. Introductory life sciences laboratory designed for undergraduate students. Opportunity to conduct…

(Instructor: Prof. A. Alwan) (Same as Biomedical Engineering M214A.) Lecture, three hours; laboratory, two hours; outside study, seven hours. Requisite: course 113. Theory and applications of digital processing of speech signals. Mathematical models of human…

EC ENGR 215A. Analog Integrated Circuit Design . (Instructor: B. Razavi) Lecture, four hours; discussion, one hour; outside study, seven hours. Requisite: course 115B. Analysis and design of analog integrated circuits. MOS and bipolar device structures and…

This course covers the design of CMOS analog integrated circuits with a focus on theoretical and practical circuit analysis, as well as design techniques from system functional blocks and transitor-level device physics. Fundamental concepts include CMOS…

Engr 211. Financial Management. (Professor Bulu-Taciroglu.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Introduction to concepts reflecting material generally covered in certain M.B.A. core and elective courses. Integration of both theory—to introduce…

Engr 206. Engineering for Systems Assurance. (Prof. Kung, K.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Recommended requisites: course 204, Computer Science 236. Systems are constructed to perform complex functions and services. How to understand needs…

Students must pass all four core courses with a "C" or better to be eligible for this course. This is the culminating course in the TESOL Certificate. The TESOL Practicum Portfolio integrates prior learning, assignments, lesson plans, and observations from…

This course offers an introduction and practice on observation, documentation, assessment and the skills necessary to apply assessment findings to create an appropriate curriculum for young children. In this course, students develop systematic and purposeful…

This course prepares the student for success in the TESOL Certificate and the TESOL Portfolio. The course is mandatory and must be taken first in the series. This course gives a clear overview of all that is expected to successfully complete the program. It…

The course begins with an overview of data conversion systems followed by the analysis and design of basic building blocks of data converters: CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) sampling circuits, operational amplifiers, comparators and…

Investigate the principles and design of standards-based assessment and instruction for English-language learners and their relationship to identifying students' strengths and needs in English language/literacy development and academic achievement. Covers the…

This course emphasizes the development of knowledge and skills with regard to guiding and supporting community college students through all steps of their community college education, from enrollment through transfer application and admission. Students learn…