Engineering courses

CS 245 Big Data Analytics. (Instructor: Wang, W.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, two hours; outside study, six hours. Requisite: course 143 or 180 or equivalent. With unprecedented rate at which data is being collected today in almost all fields of human…

CS 260D Large-Scale Machine Learning . (Instructor: Mirzasoleiman, B.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, two hours; outside study six hours. Requisite: course M146. To alleviate costs and improve robustness and generalization performance of modern machine…

CS 215 Internet of Things: Connectivity and Sensing (Instructor: Abari, O.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, two hours; outside study, six hours. Recommended requisite: course 118 or equivalent. Focus on emerging and state-of-art Internet of Things (IoT)…

From floor plans to elevations, sections, and details, this comprehensive course provides a solid foundation for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in blueprint reading. This introductory course in reading and analyzing architecture and…

This course provides an overview of the basic procedures for estimating general construction costs. While there is a range of cost estimating tools in the construction industry such as Procore®, this course focuses on using RSMeans® as the tool of choice for…

CEE 235A Advanced Structural Analysis (Instructor: Taciroglu, E.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Requisite: course 135A. Recommended: course 135B. Review of matrix force and displacement methods of structural analysis; virtual work theorem,…

This introductory course in Building Information Modeling (BIM) focuses on Autodesk's Revit Architecture as a platform for learning key principles in the application of digital media in the design and documentation of building elements within a parametric…

As a specialty trade in the construction industry, electrical systems can be complex and confusing to the non-expert. Students learn the the essentials of electrical systems for commercial construction with an overview of fundamentals, construction…

This course presents the software program used to manage and control construction projects. Instruction features hands-on training in the use of Microsoft Project Professional software to conduct multiple tasks such as preparing construction schedules which…

The course addresses construction project management components from the contractor's perspective, with an emphasis on publicly owned projects. You examine all facets of project management tools on the jobsite and the expected roles of the site management…

This course covers common construction law errors, basic contract and real estate principles in the construction context, contractor licensing and bidding. "Standard" construction industry documents also are examined, including AIA 201 general conditions,…

This course presents an in-depth study of the current systems and techniques applied in construction planning, scheduling, control and delay impact analysis. Instruction emphasizes the Critical Path Method approach to developing baseline schedules, progress…

This course studies construction materials, equipment, methods and regulatory influences. Topics include construction for site and civil work; seismic resistance; technology of basic building materials; interior and exterior finishes and plumbing, electrical…

This course covers the basic principles and responsibilities in construction management, including interface requirements between real estate, leasing, legal, feasibility, finance, lending, marketing, accounting and public agencies; defining and controlling…

Engr 213 Data and Business Analytics (Instructor: Huang, B.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Coverage of wide variety of spreadsheet models that can be used to solve business and engineering problems, with emphasis on mastery of Excel…

In this course we cover a series of case studies with a focus on Avionics, Space and Defense. For each case study we look at the procedures, ConOps, requirements, architecture development, design, integration, test and deployment. Students can analyze the…

ENGR 216 . Product Management. (Rostamian, F.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Study is built around the notion that product management is about managing the life cycle of the product. Focus on defining, developing, launching, scaling, and…

Systems engineers are the primary architects of the systems to be designed and built. The course starts with a deep dive into architecture development derived from customer objectives and requirements, breaking down the system or system of systems into…

Radar and antenna systems are integral to modern aerospace, defense, and space-based communications technologies. Originating from early 20th-century needs for aircraft detection and long-range sensing, these technologies have evolved into tightly integrated…

As Los Angeles prepares to host the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the city faces a once-in-a-generation opportunity to showcase its innovation, diversity, and global leadership. This presentation explores the extensive planning, infrastructure…

All aspects of the manufacturing industry requires communication between multiple engineering disciplines ranging from design, manufacturing, inspection, down to quality control whether in the aircraft, automobile or even the consumer electronic industry. To…

We invite you to join our complimentary information webinar designed to provide prospective students with a comprehensive overview of the program’s curriculum, structure, and unique offerings. This interactive session will delve into the core competencies and…

Please join us for our exciting Construction Management Meet the Firms Event on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 1:00–5:00 p.m.! Whether you're considering the Construction Management certificate or are already enrolled, this is a fantastic opportunity to…

Join us for an informative session for professionals involved in K–12 public school facilities planning, design, and construction with relevance to large urban districts such as LAUSD school construction program. This presentation will highlight how effective…

Please join us for the Construction Career and Industry Summit on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Whether you are considering the Construction Management certificate, currently enrolled in the program, or a program alum looking to grow…

MAE 231A Convective Heat Transfer Theory (Instructor: Fisher, T.) Lecture, four hours; outside study, eight hours. Requisites: courses 131A, 182B. Recommended: course 250A. Conservation equations for flow of real fluids. Analysis of heat transfer in laminar…

UCLA Extension presents Kinematics of Robotics Systems, an essential Engineering course designed to delve into the dynamic mechanics of robotic movements. This program equips students with foundational knowledge and advanced techniques crucial for mastering…

Artificial intelligence is transforming how project managers plan, organize, monitor, and communicate project work. In this interactive session, participants will explore practical applications of Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Planner Agent to create and…

MSE 243C Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanisms in Solids (Instructor: Marian, J.) Lecture, four hours; discussion, one hour; outside study, seven hours. Requisite: course 143A. Elastic and plastic behavior of crystals, geometry, mechanics, and interaction…

For 70 years, the Technical Management Program(TMP) has been a valuable resource for all types of organizations--large and small, public and private sector--where people with technical backgrounds can obtain the skills to lead, manage, and empower others. The…

This course focuses on advanced composites and structures topics including: composite design considerations for spacecraft, aircraft and rotorcraft; bonded and bolted joint design methodology and analysis; and bonded repair process, bolted repair process,…