Lecturer in the Division of Anatomical Sciences
Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy
What You'll Learn
- Learn the gross anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous systems, and the names and functions of the cranial nerves
- Understand how sensory information enters the brain
- Understand how the brain and spinal cord control the muscles
- Understand how the autonomic nervous system activates the fight or flight response
7 Modules
14 Hours
2 hrs per module (approx.)
Rating
About Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy
In this anatomy course, part of the Anatomy Specialization, you will be introduced to the central and peripheral nervous systems. You will learn about basic neuroanatomy, sensory pathways, motor pathways and the autonomic nervous system.
The course includes illustrated lecture videos and quizzes to help you expand and test your knowledge of the nervous system.
By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of how the entire body influences, and is influenced, by the nervous system.
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: Human Neuroanatomy, part of the Anatomy Specialization. This course explores the structure and organization of the nervous system, from the spinal cord to the cerebral cortex. Using cadaveric images and systems-based instruction, you will develop a strong foundation in neuroanatomical structures, pathways, and functional relationships.
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
Modules 1: Gross Anatomy of the Nervous System
- Reading: Welcome Announcement
- Reading: Course Syllabus
- Reading: Help Us Learn More About You!
- Discussion Prompt: Introduce Yourself
- Video: Course Introduction
- Video: Introduction to Neuroanatomy
- Video: Gross Anatomy of the Central Nervous System
- Video: Gross Anatomy of the Brain
- Video: Meninges
- Video: Dura Mater
- Video: Arachnoid Mater
- Video: Pia Mater
- Video: Neurovasculature Pt. 1
- Video: Neurovasculature Pt. 2
- Video: Neurovasculature Pt. 3
- Video: Neurovasculature Pt. 4
- Video: Ventricular System Pt. 1
- Video: Ventricular System Pt. 2
- Video: Ventricular System (Demonstration)
- Discussion Prompt: Gross Anatomy of the Nervous System
- Graded: CNS Gross Introduction
- Graded: CNS Gross Anatomy
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - CNS Gross Anatomy
- Graded: CNS Meninges
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - CNS Meninges
- Graded: CNS Vasculature
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - CNS Vasculature
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - CNS Ventricular System
Module 2: Spinal Cord
- Video: Spinal Cord Basics Pt. 1
- Video: Spinal Cord Basics Pt. 2
- Video: Spinal Cord Gray Matter Pt. 1
- Video: Spinal Cord Gray Matter Pt. 2
- Video: Spinal Cord White Matter
- Video: Spinal Nerves Pt. 1
- Video: Spinal Nerves Pt. 2
- Video: Spinal Nerves Pt. 3
- Video: Cervical Plexus
- Video: Brachial Plexus
- Video: Lumbar and Sacral Plexus
- Video: Reflexes
- Discussion Prompt: Spinal Cord
- Graded: Spinal Cord Gross Anatomy
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Spinal Cord Gross Anatomy
- Graded: SC Gray and White Matter
- Graded: Spinal Cord Peripheral Nerves I
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Spinal Cord Peripheral Nerves I
- Graded: Spinal Cord Peripheral Nerves II
- Graded: Spinal Cord Reflexes
Module 3: Autonomics
- Video: Autonomic Nervous System
- Video: Parasympathetic Nervous System Pt. 1
- Video: Parasympathetic Nervous System Pt. 2
- Video: Sympathetic Nervous System Pt. 1
- Video: Sympathetic Nervous System Pt. 2
- Discussion Prompt: Autonomics
- Graded: Autonomics Intro
- Graded: Parasympathetic Nervous System
- Graded: Sympathetic Nervous System
Module 4: Motor Systems
- Video: Motor System
- Video: Direct Motor Pathways Pt. 1
- Video: Direct Motor Pathways Pt. 2
- Video: Direct Motor Pathways Pt. 3
- Video: Basal Nuclei (Ganglia) Pt. 1
- Video: Basal Nuclei (Ganglia) Pt. 2
- Video: Basal Nuclei (Ganglia) Pt. 3
- Video: Cerebellum Pt. 1
- Video: Cerebellum Pt. 2
- Video: Cerebellum Pt. 3
- Video: Cerebellum Pt. 4
- Discussion Prompt: Motor Systems
- Graded: Motor Systems Introduction
- Graded: Motor Systems Direct
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Motor Systems Direct
- Graded: Motor Systems Basal Ganglia
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Motor Systems Basal Ganglia
- Graded: Motor Systems Cerebellum
Module 5: Sensory Systems
- Video: Introduction to Sensory Systems
- Video: Gross Touch
- Video: Gross Touch, Pain and Temperature Pt. 1
- Video: Gross Touch, Pain and Temperature Pt. 2
- Video: Gross Touch, Pain and Temperature Pt. 3
- Video: Fine Touch Pt. 1
- Video: Fine Touch Pt. 2
- Video: Fine Touch Pt. 3
- Video: Neurological Examination of Sensation
- Discussion Prompt: Sensory Systems
- Graded: Sensory Systems Intro
- Graded: Sensory Systems Gross Touch
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Sensory Systems Gross Touch
- Graded: Sensory Systems Fine Touch
Module 6: Brain Stem and Cranial Nerves
- Video: Brain Stem Introduction
- Video: Brain Stem: Medulla Oblongata
- Video: Brain Stem: Pons
- Video: Brain Stem: Midbrain
- Video: Brain Stem: Reticular Formation
- Video: Cranial Nerves Introduction
- Video: CN I, Olfactory
- Video: CN II, Optic
- Video: Special Senses, Taste
- Video: CN VIII, Vestibulocochlear
- Video: Cranial Nerves and Extraocular Muscles
- Video: Neurological Examination of the Eye
- Video: CN III, Oculomotor
- Video: CN IV, Trochlear and CN VI, Abducens
- Video: Cranial Nerves of the Face and Oral Cavity
- Video: CN V, Trigeminal
- Video: CN VII, Facial
- Video: Cranial Nerves of the Tongue and Pharynx
- Video: CN IX, Glossopharyngeal
- Video: CN XII, Hypoglossal
- Video: CN XI, Spinal Accessory
- Video: Cranial Nerves Carrying Parasympathetic Information
- Video: CN III, VII, IX
- Video: CN X, Vagus Pt. 1
- Video: CN X, Vagus Pt. 2
- Discussion Prompt: Brain Stem and Cranial Nerves
- Graded: Brain Stem
- Graded: Cranial Nerves Intro
- Graded: CN Special Senses
- Graded: CN Extraocular
- Graded: CN Face
- Graded: CN Pharynx and Tongue
- Graded: CN Parasymp Rev
Module 7: Cortex
- Video: Cerebral Cortex Pt. 1
- Video: Cerebral Cortex Pt. 2
- Video: Cerebral Cortex Pt. 3
- Video: Subcortical White Matter Pt. 1
- Video: Subcortical White Matter Pt. 2
- Video: Subcortical White Matter Pt. 3
- Video: Subcortical White Matter Pt. 4
- Video: Diencephalon Pt. 1
- Video: Diencephalon Pt. 2
- Video: Diencephalon Pt. 3
- Video: Diencephalon Pt. 4
- Video: Hippocampus Pt. 1
- Video: Hippocampus Pt. 2
- Video: Hippocampus Pt. 3
- Video: Amygdala Pt. 1
- Video: Amygdala Pt. 2
- Discussion Prompt: Discussion: Cortex
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Subcortical White Matter
- Graded: Labelling Quiz - Diencephalon
Grading Policy
Learners must earn 70% overall to pass. Each module has several assignments, with the Gross Anatomy of the Nervous Systems, Spinal Cord, and Brain Stem and Cranial Nerves modules each worth 20%. The Motor Systems module is worth 15%. The Automics and Sensory Systems modules are worth 10% each, and the Cortex module is worth 5% of your final grade.
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Beginner Level
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