Human Anatomy & Physiology II Specialization

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Human Anatomy & Physiology II Specialization

Unlock the Secrets of the Human Body. You will gain a deeper understanding of anatomy and physiology for improved health and medical careers.

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3 course series

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4.9

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Intermediate level

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3 months at 3 hours a week

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.9

(27 reviews)

Intermediate level

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Flexible schedule

3 months at 3 hours a week

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What you'll learn

In this specialization, you will study the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the human body as it pertains to six major body systems: the cardiovascular (heart), lymphatic (immune), respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.

These courses will utilize a free, open-source text (https://openstax.org/details/books/anatomy-and-physiology-2e)with supplemental activities and applications. With a unique approach to learning combining both art and science, you are sure to find enjoyment in exploring the mystery and marvel of the human body!

Applied Learning Project

In each course of this specialization, you will have the opportunities to complete an Art of Anatomy exercise, an optional peer-reviewed project, graded module quizzes, and a summative end-of-course exam to reinforce your learning while assessing your new skills.

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Specialization - 3 course series

Anatomy & Physiology: Fluids, Transport, and Defense

Course 19 hours4.8 (24 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

This course in the second A&P specialization uses a systems-based approach to human anatomy and physiology at the organ, organ system, and organism level. Two major body systems related to fluids and transportation will be explored in detail: the cardiovascular and lymphatic/immune systems. Course material will cover both the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of each system with direct application to human development and disease.

After completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the major parts of the cardiovascular and lymphatic/immune systems; 2. Describe normal human anatomy structure and function for the cardiovascular and lymphatic/immune systems; 3. Relate anatomical structure and function at the cellular, tissue, organ, and body system levels to clinical diagnoses and dysfunction of the cardiovascular and lymphatic/immune systems.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Anatomy

Category: Cardiology

Category: Biology

Category: Infectious Diseases

Category: Vital Signs

Anatomy & Physiology: Exchange and Energy

Course 29 hours4.8 (12 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

The course of the second A&P specialization continues a systems-based approach to human anatomy and physiology at the organ, organ system, and organism level. Two major body systems related to gas exchange and energy consumption will be explored in detail: the respiratory and digestive systems. Course material will cover both the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of each system with direct application to human development and disease.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Anatomy

Category: Respiration

Category: Nutrition and Diet

Category: Pulmonology

Category: Chronic Diseases

Category: Pathology

Category: Biology

Category: Respiratory Care

Category: Biochemistry

Category: Respiratory Therapy

Category: Internal Medicine

Anatomy & Physiology: Filtration and Reproduction

Course 36 hours4.9 (14 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

This course of the second A&P specialization concludes with a systems-based approach to human anatomy and physiology at the organ, organ system, and organism level with the major body systems related to blood filtration and continuity of life: the urinary and reproductive systems. Course material will cover both the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of each system with direct application to human development and disease.

After completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Identify the major parts of the urinary and reproductive systems; 2. Describe normal human anatomy structure and function for the urinary and reproductive systems; 3. Relate anatomical structure and function at the cellular, tissue, organ, and body system levels to clinical diagnoses and dysfunction of the urinary system; and 4. Explain the process of typical human gestation and delivery.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Anatomy

Category: Urology

Category: Nephrology

Category: Obstetrics And Gynecology

Category: Gynecology

Category: Maternal Health

Category: Biology

Category: Pathology

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Laura S. Kabiri

Rice University

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Frequently asked questions

This varies depending on your pace. But typically, it takes a learner 9 weeks to complete the specialization.

Understanding of medical terminology is preferred. Also, taking Human Anatomy & Physiology Specialization I before taking Specialization II is recommended.

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After completing this specialization, you will be able to:

1. Describe normal human anatomy structure and function for the cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems;

2. Describe the components of blood, compare and contrast types of blood vessels, and explain the role and regulation of blood pressure in the human body;

3. Relate anatomical structure and function at the cellular, tissue, organ, and body system levels to clinical diagnoses and dysfunction of the cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems;

4. Explain the normal human pregnancy and birthing process including key milestones in development and delivery.