In this anatomy course, part of the Anatomy Specialization, you will be introduced to the central and peripheral nervous systems. You will learn about basic neuroanatomy, sensory pathways, motor pathways and the autonomic nervous system.
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Approx. 17 hours to complete
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What you will learn
Learn the gross anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous systems, and the names and functions of the cranial nerves
Understand how sensory information enters the brain
Understand how the brain and spinal cord control the muscles
Understand how the autonomic nervous system activates the fight or flight response
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Course 3 of 4 in the
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Beginner Level
Approx. 17 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
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University of Michigan
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
4 hours to complete
Gross Anatomy of the Nervous System
4 hours to complete
15 videos (Total 94 min), 3 readings, 8 quizzes
3 hours to complete
Spinal Cord
3 hours to complete
12 videos (Total 61 min)
1 hour to complete
Autonomics
1 hour to complete
5 videos (Total 22 min)
2 hours to complete
Motor Systems
2 hours to complete
11 videos (Total 44 min)
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM ANATOMY: HUMAN NEUROANATOMY
by AVNov 10, 2020
Very well explained, especially for a topic that is usually very complicated to understand. The instructor did a great job of making things clear and concise. Excellent review course.
by ADec 9, 2020
The lectures were quite interesting. Demos and neurological examinations were helpful to understand the concepts and applications. The coursework was properly planned and executed.
by BHAug 23, 2020
This was an incredibly captivating and comprehensive compilation that succeeded in diversifying and solidifying a lot of my concepts! Thank you SO much to the entire team!!
by RRDec 4, 2020
So well explained. An excellent intro a very complicated space. Connects with your spiritual side. How well constructed our human brain and nervous system is. Almost divine
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.
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