The second course begins the systems-based approach to human anatomy and physiology at the organ, organ system, and organism level. Three major body systems related to support and movement will be explored in detail: the skeletal and muscular systems. Course material will cover both the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of each system with direct application to human development and disease.
Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement
Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement
This course is part of Human Anatomy & Physiology I Specialization
Instructor: Laura S. Kabiri
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TS
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Reviewed on Nov 13, 2023
Excellent overview of the subject and foundational info. Very accessible and useful.
PP
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Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025
This is super helpful when taking and A & P course as study guide.
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Reviewed on May 17, 2025
Good review course. Teaching print-out in later modules didn't appear synchronized. Otherwise, good review, not sure I would call this intermediate.
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