About this course

1. Learning outcomes

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• identify characteristics of good health 
• differentiate the types of diseases and their causes
• analyze the impact of role of hormones, vitamins and enzymes in health management.

2. Course overview

Aim

In this course, you will be able to :

Identify common diseases and their causes, symptoms, and transmission methods.

Describe the principles of disease prevention, including hygiene, vaccination, and lifestyle choices

Recognize the importance of early detection and intervention in disease management

Format

This is a self-paced program of Micro course without active moderation. You are encouraged to discuss ideas in the discussion forums and respond to other learners' queries.

Learning time

The estimated learning time to complete this course is 05 hours.

Evaluation Scheme

Assignments—20 Marks
Final Assessment-33 Marks

Language: English

Method: Online

Target audience: Current Students, Prospective Students, Health Workers, Adult learners, Medical Practitioners etc.

3. Course structure

Course structure

This course consist 03 Units.

Units

1. Human Health Introduction
2. Types of Diseases and Its Causes
3. Hormones, Vitamins and Enzymes role in Health

Complete all the units in this course to receive your course badge.

You will automatically receive a badge once you have completed all the units in this Course.

Certificate of completion

Upon completion you can choose to purchase a certificate for a small fee.

Feedback

We'd love to hear what you thought of the program and if you have any suggestions for improvements. 

4. Completion and assessment

To complete the course you need to complete the following activities:

5. Preparatory/ Prerequisites Skills

Preparatory/ Prerequisites

• Basic Knowledge of Biology/ Health & Diseases
• Mobile/ Laptop/ Computer with Internet 
• Mail ID
• Computer skills at basic level
• Scan and uploading skills

6. Certificate and Badge

After completing this course you will be able to get a certificate of this course by paying through online mode. You make a payment with a payment gateway

If you complete this course successfully, why not take another course, or complete a further program? 

We offer a range of  courses  for everyone:

• Human Physiology
• Human Anatomy

Badge

• Upon successful completion of this course you will be automatically awarded a course badge

7. Interactive Forums / Discussion Forums

The course provides dedicated interactive forums and discussion spaces to promote collaborative learning. Learners are encouraged to actively participate by posting questions, sharing insights, and responding to peers. These forums serve as a platform to exchange ideas, clarify doubts, and engage in meaningful dialogue related to the course content. Active participation will not only deepen your understanding but also help build a supportive learning community.

8. Competence

• apply knowledge to make decisions concerning personal health & wellness and follow the hygienic habitats and preventive measures in your daily life.

9. Technical Support

Technical Support
If you encounter any technical issues during the course, please email coel@braou.ac.in

To help us assist you faster, include:

• Your full name and enrollment ID (if applicable)

• Course/module name and activity/page where the issue occurred

• A brief description of the problem (screenshots if possible)

• Your device, browser, and internet details

10. Library Support, EMR&RC and OER Support

Support Services

To enhance your learning experience, the University offers a range of support services:

• Library Support – Access to digital and physical resources including reference books, e-books, journals, and other academic materials.

• EMR & RC (Educational Multimedia Research and Resource Centre) – Multimedia learning resources such as educational videos, audio content, and digital materials designed to complement the course.

• OER (Open Educational Resources) Support – Guidance in exploring and using open educational resources for self-paced learning, extended study, and collaborative projects.

Together, these services provide comprehensive academic and resource support throughout your learning journey.

Click on the below link: 

https://lib.braou.ac.in/

11. Facilitator and License

Facilitator

Dr.Kishore Mendam

Assistant Professor(C)
Department of Zoology
Email Id : drkishore@braou.ac.in
Phone : xxxxxxxxxx  ( 10 : 00 am to 05: 00 pm only through WhatsApp) 

License

This course is formed with support of CEMCA.

This is course of topics licensed under Creative Commons (CC) license . We  attribute the authors of each topic and the specific CC license individually.

12. OERs used