Highschool students, college students and those entering various healthcare fields will find this self-paced Anatomy and Physiology course to be extremely beneficial. Course Goals include the following: 1.) Be able to identify the major body systems and understand what each body system does, 2.) Be able to relate how each body system works, 3.) Be able to identify and explain major cells, tissues, and organs, and 4.) Be able to identify the explain functions of central muscles and bones.
Class lessons will cover the following topics: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry Basics, Cells (Foundation of Life), Tissue (Different Types and Functions), The Integumentary System, The Skeletal System, The Muscular System, The Nervous System, The Sensory System, The Endrocrine System, The Cardiovascular System, The Lymphatic System, The Respiratory System, The Digestive System, The Urinary System, and The Reproductive System.
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Course Description
This self-paced anatomy and physiology course will cover all the bodily systems playing a major role in human anatomy. The material is presented in a practical and comprehensive manner. The focus of the course is on the need-to-know facts that must be understood in order to pursue any healthcare career or related education in the field of science. These easy to follow lessons are ideal for anyone requiring a solid understanding of how the human body works.
Lessons include the following topics:
The Skeletal System
The Integumentary System
The Muscular System
The Nervous System
The Sensory System
The Endrocrine System
The Cardiovascular System
The Lymphatic System
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
The Urinary System
The Reproductive System
Anatomy and Physiology Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
This introductory lesson will define and outline the organization of human anatomy and physiology.
Lesson 2: Chemistry Basics
Definitions of chemistry terms.
Lesson 3: Cells (Foundation of Life)
Cells and their importance in this study
Lesson 4: Tissue (Different Types and Functions)
Tissues (Different Types and Functions)
Lesson 5: The Integumentary System
The Integumentary System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 6: The Skeletal System
The Skeletal System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 7: The Muscular System
The Muscular System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 8: The Nervous System
The Nervous System: What is it? What does it do? And how does it work?
Lesson 9: The Sensory System
The Sensory System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 10: The Endocrine System
The Endocrine System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 11: The Cardiovascular System
The Cardiovascular System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 12: The Lymphatic System
The Lymphatic System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 13: The Respiratory System
The Respiratory System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 14: The Digestive System
The Digestive System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 15: The Urinary System
The Urinary System- what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
Lesson 16: The Reproductive System
The Reproductive System: what is it, what does it do, and how does it work.
AP Certificates Awarded
Certificate of Class Participation
Certificate of Academic Excellence
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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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"I found every lesson very helpful. All the lessons were broken down to layman's term to better understand each part associated with it....This course was an excellent learning experience for me. I never studied anatomy and physiolgy in
school so it was a challenge for me. I enjoyed the feedback by the instructors who seem very knowledgeable." -- Michael I.
"I liked the way the course built from the basic building blocks up to the complex various systems. It was a good progression and it was important to start out very basic because I did not have any background before going into this class." -- Diane M.
"Thank you once again for all you help, time, energy and wisdom! I will be forever grateful for this terrific learning experience! Thank you, thank you, thank you!" -- Ami A.
"These courses I took were great because I don't have much time with work to got to school. I could take my time doing the courses I took...and it was such a wonderful laid out course." -- Georgina K.
"The material that was provided was very helpful, because I understand anatomy and physiology alot better. I have tried taking this course before in a classroom, and I could not get the understanding of anatomy and physiology, because it was very fast paced...The material provided is awesome. Most of all I can understand the material, and how anatomy and physiology relates and works together." -- Tamakia M.
"She is a wonderful teacher and she lets you know where you messed up to remember it later when you need it." -- Crystal B.
"I have really enjoyed this class. I only have the internet at work is why it took me so long to complete. Thank you again for this class." -- Lettie B.
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