In this fully online and asynchronous course learners will study about the structural organization of the human body from cellular to organ system level of organization.
This will cover gross and microscopic anatomy of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems of the human body.
Students taking this course will use cutting edge online technology to learn anatomy using virtual dissections.
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Fall 2024
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Why take this course?
This course provides students the unique opportunity to learn about the human body from cellular to organ system level of organization. This course meets the anatomy prerequisite.
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered fully online and asynchronously with the opportunity to meet with instructors via Zoom. Students use cutting-edge technology to complete their virtual labs and learn about the human body using the Visible Body-Courseware platform.
Interested in visiting ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç?
Please speak with your instructor about ways you can visit the anatomy lab in person on the Point Loma campus.
Who teaches this course?
This course is taught by Dr. Joy Balta who is the Director of the Anatomy Learning Institute. Dr. Balta completed his doctorate in anatomy and has been teaching in different medical schools nationally and internationally and most recently at The Ohio State University. Dr. Balta currently teaches in the physician assistant and occupational therapy programs here at ¹ú²ú¾çÂ鶹¾ç and in the Doctor of Medicine program at UCSD.
How much does the course cost?
Tuition is $900 plus a $50 lab fee.
*Please check with your intended program to ensure fully online courses are accepted.
State Authorization
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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Please contact the Student Success Department at gpss@pointloma.edu if you have any registration questions.