This course offers a foundational introduction to lactation biology, focusing on the anatomy, development, and function of the mammary gland. Students will explore the processes of milk production, secretion, and removal, and examine the nutritional composition of milk—including fats, proteins, lactose, vitamins, and minerals. The course also covers milk’s role in human health, including infant development and lactose intolerance, as well as the significance of bioactive milk components. In the final module, learners will gain insight into mammary health, identifying common conditions like mastitis and edema, and exploring prevention strategies. Designed for learners from diverse backgrounds, this course provides a comprehensive overview of milk science and its biological and nutritional importance.
Discovering Dairy: What's in Your Milk?
本课程是 Dairy Nutrition for Udder Success 专项课程 的一部分
位教师：Juan Loor
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您将学到什么
Understand mammary gland anatomy and development stages.
Analyze milk composition and its nutritional variations.
Evaluate mastitis prevention strategies and treatments.
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August 2025
6 项作业
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- 向行业专家学习新概念
- 获得对主题或工具的基础理解
- 通过实践项目培养工作相关技能
- 获得可共享的职业证书
该课程共有4个模块
In the course orientation, you'll get to know the course, your classmates, and our learning environment, and gain the technical skills needed. Then, start your journey into lactation science by exploring the anatomy of the mammary gland and the stages of its development. You'll also learn how milk is produced and removed through the processes of lactogenesis, secretion, and removal. By the end of this module, you'll have a solid understanding of how the mammary gland functions to support milk production.
涵盖的内容
12个视频4篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题
Dive into the composition of milk and discover what makes it such a unique and nutritious food. You'll explore its major components—fats, proteins, lactose, vitamins, and minerals—and learn how different types of milk, such as organic, A2/A2, and rBST-free, compare. This module will help you explain the nutritional roles of milk’s key ingredients.
涵盖的内容
10个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业
This module focuses on milk’s role in human nutrition and how it’s represented on store shelves. You'll learn about lactose intolerance, the health benefits of bioactive milk components, and milk’s importance in infant development. By the end, you’ll be able to interpret milk labels and understand milk’s broader dietary significance.
涵盖的内容
11个视频1个作业
Explore the basics of mammary health, including common conditions that affect the udder. You'll learn to distinguish between mastitis and intramammary infections, recognize symptoms of mammary edema, and understand prevention strategies. This module lays the groundwork for identifying and managing udder health issues. At the conclusion of this module, you will be ready to complete the final assessment for the course and earn your Coursera certificate!
涵盖的内容
9个视频4篇阅读材料2个作业
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