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.
Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy
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Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy
This course is part of Anatomy Specialization
Instructor: Kelli Sullivan
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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
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