This course is part of the Anatomy Specialization

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Anatomy SpecializationUniversity of Michigan

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In this anatomy course, part of the Anatomy Specialization, you will learn how the components of the integumentary system help protect our body (epidermis, dermis, hair, nails, and glands), and how the musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, and skeletal muscles) protects and allows the body to move.
You will engage with fascinating videos, lectures, and anatomical visual materials (illustrations and cadaveric images) to learn about these properties and functions.

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Anatomy Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 26 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Catalan, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

What you will learn

Understand the integumentary system anatomy and function
Understand the skeletal system anatomy and function
Learn joint classifications, function, and clinical correlations
Learn skeletal muscle anatomy and function

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Course 1 of 4 in the

Anatomy Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 26 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Catalan, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

Instructor

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Kathleen Alsup

Lecturer and Curator for the Division of Anatomical Sciences

Surgery

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2 Courses

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University of Michigan

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week

Week 1

11 hours to complete

Skeletal System

11 hours to complete

35 videos (Total 165 min), 3 readings, 9 quizzes

35 videos

Introduction to the Course4m

Functions of the Skeletal System5m

Histology of Bone Tissue3m

Cells in Osseous Tissue4m

Compact v. Spongy Bone4m

Components of Compact Bone6m

Parts of Long Bone5m

Intramembranous Ossification7m

Endochondral Ossification6m

Aging2m

Osteoporosis4m

Factors Affecting Growth/Remodeling - Bone Growth4m

Factors Affecting Growth/Remodeling - Fractures and Bone Repair9m

Skull - Terminology: Skull vs. Cranium59s

Skull - Cranial Fossae8m

Skull - Sutures3m

Skull - Inferior View of Skull5m

Skull - Lateral View of Skull2m

Skull - Facial Skeleton4m

Skull - Mandible5m

Vertebral Column9m

Sternum and Ribs - Sternum2m

Sternum and Ribs - Ribs4m

Pectoral Girdle - Clavicle2m

Pectoral Girdle - Scapula4m

Upper Limb Bones - Humerus6m

Upper Limb Bones - Ulna2m

Upper Limb Bones - Radius2m

Upper Limb Bones - Carpals, Metacarpals, Phalanges5m

Pelvic Girdle - Coxal Bone6m

Lower Limb Bones - Femur4m

Lower Limb Bones - Patella1m

Lower Limb Bones - Tibia4m

Lower Limb Bones - Fibula1m

Lower Limb Bones - Tarsals, Metatarsals, Phalanges4m

3 readings

Welcome Announcement10m

Course Syllabus10m

Help Us Learn More About You!10m

9 practice exercises

Functions of the Skeletal System6m

Osseous Tissue and Cells14m

Types of Ossification6m

Types of Growth4m

Bone Remodeling and Growth6m

Labelling Quiz - Skeletal System Lesson 53h 22m

Axial Skeleton14m

Labelling Quiz - Skeletal System Lesson 62h 42m

Appendicular Skeleton12m

Week

Week 2

4 hours to complete

Joints

4 hours to complete

17 videos (Total 93 min)

17 videos

Introduction to the Course - What is a joint?2m

Functions of Joints1m

Joint Classification Schemes2m

Joint Structure Classifications8m

Joint Movement Classifications3m

Structures of Synovial Joints8m

Ligaments1m

Factors Affecting Range of Motion in Joints5m

Types of Synovial Joints5m

Arthritis5m

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)5m

Glenohumeral and Associated Joints11m

Elbow Joint and Associated Joints8m

Radiocarpal (Wrist) Joint3m

Hip Joint5m

Knee Joint9m

Ankle (Talocrural) and Associated Joints4m

12 practice exercises

Functions of Joints2m

Joint Structure Classifications8m

Joint Movement Classifications4m

Structures of Synovial Joints6m

Factors Affecting Range of Motion in Joints2m

Types of Synovial Joints4m

Synovial Joint Movements6m

Arthritis and Aging2m

Labelling Quiz - Joints Lesson 616m

TMJ, Glenohumeral, Elbow, and Wrist8m

Hip , Knee, and Talocrural (Ankle)8m

Labelling Quiz - Hip , Knee, and Talocrural (Ankle)50m

Week

Week 3

9 hours to complete

Skeletal Muscle

9 hours to complete

15 videos (Total 111 min)

15 videos

Lesson 1: Properties and Functions of Muscular Tissue; Types of Muscular Tissue7m

Gross Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle4m

Muscle Attachment Sites4m

Muscles of the Head14m

Muscles of the Neck and Back10m

Muscles of the Thorax4m

Muscles of the Abdomen7m

Muscles of the Pelvis4m

Muscles of Upper Limb (Axio-Appendicular)9m

Muscles of Upper Limb (Arm)4m

Muscles of Upper Limb (Forearm)7m

Muscles of Upper Limb (Hand)4m

Muscles of Lower Limb (Thigh)18m

Muscles of Lower Limb (Leg)6m

Muscles of Lower Limb (Foot)4m

12 practice exercises

Properties and Functions of Muscular Tissue2m

Types of Muscular Tissue (How They Differ)4m

Connective Tissue Coverings, Tendons, and Neurovascular Bundle2m

Muscle Attachment Sites2m

Labelling Quiz - Skeletal Muscle Lesson 41h 20m

Covered Muscles (Lesson 4)10m

Labelling Quiz - Skeletal Muscle Lesson 536m

Covered Muscles (Lesson 5)6m

Labelling Quiz - Skeletal Muscle Lesson 61h 44m

Covered Muscles (Lesson 6)16m

Labeling Quiz - Skeletal Muscle Lesson 72h

Covered Muscles (Lesson 7)12m

Week

Week 4

2 hours to complete

Integumentary

2 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 43 min), 2 readings, 4 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM ANATOMY: MUSCULOSKELETAL AND INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEMS

by CCJun 27, 2019

Great course, lots of information! While the professor was extremely knowledgeable, the course did get a little tedious with all of the pure memorization.

by ABNov 2, 2020

i applaud the mastery on the subject matter of Ms. Kathleen. Her presentation made the difficult concepts seems understandable to us in the non-medical field.

by NPFeb 21, 2019

Its an entry level course, but its actually very well created and organized. I liked it very much. Im on medical school and enrolled to refresh my memory and it helped a lot

by CMMar 9, 2021

I like it and it's very useful and well explained. Sometimes the quizzes will use separate names for things or will ask questions about things that haven't been covered yet.

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About the Anatomy Specialization

In this Specialization you will explore human anatomy using a systems approach, and a vast library of multimedia materials, so you may understand the features of different organ systems in relation to the human body’s form and function.

This Specialization covers the following organ systems: Integumentary System Musculoskeletal System Cardiovascular System Respiratory System Urinary System Nervous System Gastrointestinal System Reproductive System Endocrine System This Specialization takes advantage of a highly visual multimedia library of accurate anatomical models and materials to help you better understand the topics.

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Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems