1.1 Building a Nervous System
Develop a robust understanding of the nervous system—its architecture, how it processes information, and its vital role in human physiology. This course delivers precise, actionable knowledge for learners at all stages.
What You Will Learn
Dive into the essential principles of nervous system structure and function, from cellular foundations to complex neural networks. Each lesson is crafted for clarity and depth, covering everything from neuron anatomy to the intricacies of synaptic transmission and system integration.
You will gain a working mastery of how the nervous system coordinates sensation, movement, and homeostasis. The curriculum is designed for direct application—whether you’re preparing for advanced study, clinical practice, or deepening your understanding for research.
With a focus on accuracy and practical relevance, this course empowers you to describe, analyze, and apply nervous system concepts with confidence. All 15 lessons are standalone, ensuring you can target precisely the competencies you need.
Module 1: Building a Nervous System
Comprehensive exploration of nervous system structure, function, and integration in 15 focused lessons.
Make the science of the nervous system your competitive advantage—enroll now and advance your expertise with every lesson.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 15 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
- 1.1 Building a Nervous System15
- 1.1Brain cells are eukaryotic cells10 mins
- 1.2Organelles: carry out functions of cells10 mins
- 1.3Neurons10 mins
- 1.4Dendrites10 mins
- 1.5Axons10 mins
- 1.6The Synapse10 mins
- 1.7Glia10 mins
- 1.8Astrocytes10 mins
- 1.9Microglia10 mins
- 1.10Oligodendrocytes10 mins
- 1.11Schwann Cells10 mins
- 1.12History of Neuroscience: Visualizing Brain Cells: from Cajal to Brainbow10 mins
- 1.13Chemical Stains: Focus on the Golgi Stain10 mins
- 1.14Immunofluorescence10 mins
- 1.15GFP Labeling/Brainbow10 mins
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