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Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems
What You'll Learn
- Understand basic anatomy and important clinical concepts related to the gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive systems
- Learn the primary functions of the gastrointestinal, reproductive and endocrine system independently and in relation to the human body
3 Modules
12 Hours
4 hrs per module (approx.)
Rating
About Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive and Endocrine Systems
In this anatomy course, part of the Anatomy Specialization, you’ll learn about the various digestive, endocrine, and reproductive organs, their functions, and pathways of nerves and blood vessels serving these organs. Clinical correlations and vignettes will be used to highlight the importance of these anatomical structures and their relationships. Images and videos from cadaveric and artistic materials will be used to illustrate these concepts.
Skills You'll Gain
- Anatomy
What You'll Earn
- Certificate of Completion:
- Certificates of completion acknowledge knowledge acquired upon completion of a non-credit course or program.
Welcome Message
Welcome to Anatomy: Gastrointestinal, Reproductive, and Endocrine Systems, the final course in the Anatomy Specialization. This course examines digestion, reproduction, and hormonal regulation through a systems-based framework. You will analyze anatomical structures, functional relationships, and clinical relevance using detailed lessons and visual resources to build a comprehensive anatomical understanding.
This abbreviated syllabus description was created with the help of AI tools and reviewed by staff. The full syllabus is available to those who enroll in the course.
Course Schedule
Module 1: Gastrointestinal Anatomy
- Reading: Welcome Announcement
- Reading: Syllabus
- Reading: Help Us Learn More About You!
- Discussion Prompt: Introduce Yourself
- Video: GI Introduction
- Video: GI Functions
- Video: GI Anatomy Review
- Video: Aero-Digestive Pathway
- Video: Esophagus
- Video: Foregut
- Video: Accessory Organs
- Video: Midgut
- Video: Hindgut
- Video: Peritoneum
- Video: Arteries
- Video: Veins
- Video: Autonomics
- Discussion Prompt: GI Anatomy
- Graded: GI Functions
- Graded: Anatomy Overview
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Aero-Digestive Pathway
- Graded: Esophagus
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Foregut
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Accessory Organs
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Midgut
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Hindgut
- Graded: Peritoneum
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Arteries
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Veins
- Graded: Autonomics
Module 2: Reproductive Anatomy
- Video: Reproductive System Introduction
- Video: Terminology: Sex and Gender
- Video: Female Genital Organs
- Video: Ovaries
- Video: Uterine (Fallopian) Tubes
- Video: Uterus
- Video: Vagina
- Video: Female External Genitalia
- Video: Mammary Glands
- Video: Female Reproductive Cycle
- Video: Male Genital Organs
- Video: Testes
- Video: Scrotum
- Video: Ducts in Males
- Video: Male Urethra
- Video: Male Accessory Sex Glands
- Video: Penis
- Video: Semen
- Video: Spermatic Cord
- Discussion Prompt: Reproductive Anatomy
- Graded: Female Genital Organ Overview
- Graded: Ovaries
- Graded: Uterine (Fallopian) Tubes
- Graded: Uterus
- Graded: Vagina
- Graded: External Genitalia
- Graded: Mammary Glands
- Graded: Female Reproductive Cycle
- Graded: Testes
- Graded: Scrotum
- Graded: Ducts in Males
- Graded: Male Urethra
- Graded: Male Accessory Sex Glands
- Graded: Penis
- Graded: Semen
- Graded: Spermatic Cord
Module 3: Endocrine Anatomy
- Video: Introduction to the Endocrine System: Part 1
- Video: Introduction to the Endocrine System: Part 2
- Video: Pituitary Gland: Part 1
- Video: Pituitary Gland: Part 2
- Video: Pituitary Gland: Part 3
- Video: Thyroid
- Video: Parathyroid
- Video: Adrenal Gland: Part 1
- Video: Adrenal Gland: Part 2
- Video: Growth Hormone
- Video: Pineal Gland
- Video: Pancreas: Part 1
- Video: Pancreas: Part 2
- Video: Ovaries
- Video: Testes
- Video: Mammary Glands
- Video: Other Endocrine Tissues: Part 1
- Video: Other Endocrine Tissues: Part 2
- Video: Other Endocrine Tissues: Part 3
- Video: Other Endocrine Tissues: Part 4
- Discussion Prompt: Endocrine Anatomy
- Graded: Endocrine Introduction
- Graded: Pituitary Gland
- Graded: Thyroid and Parathyroid
- Graded: Adrenal Gland
- Graded: Growth Hormone
- Graded: Pineal Gland
- Graded: Pancreas
- Graded: Gonads
- Graded: Other Endocrine Tissues
Grading Policy
Learners must earn 70% overall to pass. Each module has several assignments, each approximately equally weighted toward your final grade.
No instructors specified.
Beginner Level
No prior experience required
