Coursera

Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems (Coursera)

Offered by University of Michigan,

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.

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You will engage with fascinating videos, lectures, and anatomical visual materials (illustrations and cadaveric images) to learn about these properties and functions.
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

Course 1 of 4 in the Anatomy Specialization.

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Skeletal System
WEEK 2: Joints
WEEK 3: Skeletal Muscle
WEEK 4: Integumentary

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