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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Introductory Human Physiology certification is a 11 weeks course launched together with the joint initiative of Duke University, and Coursera. This course is fully an online one which is both for any industry professional or an amateur person who wants to learn about the 9 organs of the body.
Introductory Human Physiology training continues for 34 hours from the day of enrollment. Duke University’s course has a syllabus that is developed by a world-class faculty. With this certificate course, the candidates will learn to recognize how the basic concepts can govern the total body functions of the different organs present in the human body. The syllabus of this course includes Homeostasis and Endocrine System, Nervous System, Muscle, Nervous System, Cardiovascular System, Endocrine System, Endocrine System, Gastrointestinal System, and reproductive system.
The Highlights
- 11 weeks programme
- 100% online course
- 34 hours of classes
- Self-learning course
- 11 subtitles available
- Certificate by Coursera
Programme Offerings
- Online Course
- Shareable Certificate
- Flexible Deadlines
- Graded Assignments
- English Course
- 11 Subtitles Available
- Lectures
- videos
- Readings
- Practice Exercises
- Discussion Forums.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 2435 | yes | Coursera |
The Introductory Human Physiology certification fee is Rs. 2,435. This fee has the certificate included. But, there is also another version of this course that is free where all the materials in the course can be accessed but this does not have any certificate.
Introductory Human Physiology Fee Structure
Description | Amount |
Full Course, No Certificate | Free |
Full Course, With Certificate | Rs. 2,435 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Languages like German, French, Portuguese (Brazilian), Vietnamese, English, Chinese (Simplified), Russian, Italian, Portuguese (European), Spanish, Arabic if known by the participants may be advantageous.
Certification Qualifying Details
Finishing 10 weeks of learning including videos readings, practice quizzes, and topic exams will ensure the Introductory Human Physiology certification by Coursera to its successful participants.
What you will learn
With the Introductory Human Physiology certification syllabus, candidates will learn about the bodily functions that happen in the human body's 9 organ systems. The skills that the students will adapt from this certification are human psychology, biology, metabolic pathways, and medicine.
Admission Details
The Introductory Human Physiology admission process is as follows:
Step 1: Visit the official website: https://www.coursera.org/learn/physiology
Step 2: The button ‘Join For Free’, clicking is the next step to be followed by the participants.
Step 3: As the next step, the candidates must be signing up on Coursera, and find out regarding the availability of any financial aid.
Step 4: Next, candidates need to re-login, and pay the fee using the accepted methods of payment.
Step 5: Admission is secured after the sign-in and payment happen.
Application Details
Applying to the Introductory Human Physiology online course is hassle-free. Just signing up with an email address or Facebook will do the trick for admissions to Coursera.
The Syllabus
Videos
Course Introduction
Readings
- Welcome to Human Physiology
- How to Use Discussion Forums
- Course Logistics
- About Us
- FAQ_Including Syllabus for Downloading
- Get to Know Your Classmates
Videos
- Homeostasis and Fluid Compartments
- Regulation of Homeostasis
- Transporters Pumps and Channels
- Solute and Water Transport
- General Concepts
- Assessment and Pathology
Readings
Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: Transporters, Channels, and Homeostasis
- Practice Problem Set: Endocrine Concepts
- Homeostasis and Endocrine System Exam
Videos
- Introduction and Cell Types
- Membrane Potentials
- Action Potentials
- Methods of Communication
- Organization
Readings
- How To Calculate The Equilibrium Potential
- Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Nervous System
- The Nervous System Exam
Videos
- Introduction and Vision
- Hearing and the Vestibular System
- Chemical Senses
- Intro and Structure
- Control of Movement
Reading
Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: Senses and Nervous System
- The Senses and the Somatic Nervous System Exam
Videos
- Intro and Contraction
- Tension and Metabolism
- Smooth Muscle Structure, Regulation, and Pacemakers
- Cardiac Muscle Structure, E-C Coupling, and Force Generation
Readings
- Resources
- Survey
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: Skeletal Muscle
- Practice Problem Set: Smooth and Cardiac Muscle
- Muscle Exam
Videos
- Heart Electrical Activity
- Heart As A Pump
- Cardiac Performance
- Circulatory System
- Reflex Control
Reading
Resources
Practical Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Cardiovascular System
- Cardiovascular System Exam
Videos
- Anatomy and Mechanics
- Lung Volumes and Compliance
- Pressure Changes and Resistance
- Pulmonary Function Tests and Alveolar Ventilation
- Oxygen Transport
- CO2 Transport and V/Q Mismatch
- Exercise and Hypoxia
- Regulation of Breathing
Readings
Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Respiratory System
- Respiratory System Exam
Videos
- Hypothalamus-Anterior Pituitary Axis- GH
- Hypothalamus-Posterior Pituitary Axis
- Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis
- Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Thyroid Axis
- Fed State & Insulin
- Fasted State and Glucagon
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Endocrine System
- Practice Problem Set: Fuel Homeostasis
- The Endocrine System Exam
Readings
Resources
Videos
- Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Gonad Axis
- Sperm and Hormone Production
- Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Gonad Axis
- Menstrual Cycle
Readings
Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Reproductive System
- The Reproductive System Exam
Videos
- General Structure and Function
- Regulation of Acid Secretion
- Digestion and Absorption
- Motility
Reading
Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Gastrointestinal System
- The Gastrointestinal System Exam
Videos
- General Structure and Function
- Filtration Rate and Regulation
- Reabsorption and Secretion
- Regulation of Fluid Balance
- General Concepts and Renal Tubule Function
- Balance, Disturbances, and Analysis
Reading
Resources
Practice Exercises
- Practice Problem Set: The Urinary System
- The Urinary System Exam
Instructors
Duke University, Durham Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The participant rating for the programme syllabus is 96%.
Since this programme is a no-credit course, so no Duke University credits are offered after course completion.
Yes, definitely ratings for the course, its videos, or other materials will help improve the instructors.
Yes, all the participants will be given a chance for reviewing peer assignments.
If for any reason, candidates want to see videos offline without making use of the internet they can download the videos beforehand, and watch them later.