Curious about C02 Extraction? With more consumers turning to cannabis concentrates, C02 extractions are one of the top choices of manufacturers. From supercritical CO2 extraction to developing full spectrum extracts, learn about the processes that are shaping legal cannabis products. This course will review thermal dynamics and transport properties with C02 and the step-by-step extraction process.

Introduction

3 Modules, Approximately 45 minute lesson time

 Introduction

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• Overview [START HERE]
• By taking this module, students will review the course objectives, the course navigation, the graded assessments, and how to view the scores.
• Lesson: Instructor Introduction
• As a result of taking this module, you will be introduced to the Instructor who will list their specific qualifications for teaching this course.
• Course Overview
• As a result of a student who takes this module will learn about CO2 extractions, some transport processes, and the overall topic of CO2 extractions.  CO2 extractions are central to the cannabis industry because they enable the production of high-quality, safe, and customizable cannabis products. Understanding the principles of CO2 extraction and the associated transport processes empowers cultivators and manufacturers to harness this technology effectively.

Module 1: Supercritical Fluid Extractions

 Module 1: Supercritical Fluid Extractions

Prerequisites: Introduction

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• Pre-Lesson
• Key Terms: Supercritical Fluid Extractions
• The key terms will be instrumental in developing a good understanding of the course’s main topics.  As a result of taking this module, you will begin to develop and relate these key terms to the topics found within this course, which will help establish a relationship between the two items and a deeper understanding of those main topics.
• Interactive Flash Cards: Supercritical Fluid Flashcards
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: CO2 Extractions Match
• As a result of taking this module, students will race against the clock to match terms and definitions. students can choose several games to review all the material
• Lesson
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• Lesson: Supercritical Fluid Extractions
• Through this module, students will gain an understanding of transport properties, mass transfer behavior, and heat transfer behavior related to c02 extraction. By collecting data, you can determine the saturation point of CO2 based on its solubility, solvent powers, and saturation points. The precise control of temperature and pressure in CO2 extraction systems ensures consistency in product quality and cannabinoid content.
• Post-Lesson
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• Bonus Material: The Science Behind Supercritical Fluids
• As a result of taking this module, students will receive further reinforcement of Lesson One by viewing examples of turbulent vs. laminar flow.  The objective of this lesson is to further examine the science behind the CO2 extraction method.  With expanded knowledge, a student is better equipped to question, test, hypothesize, create, grow, and improve the cannabis industry.
• Key Terms Practice Quiz: Supercritical Practice
• This is a non-graded, practice activity to test students’ knowledge of the terminology that relates to the various topics and the themes found in this module. As a result of taking this module, It is encouraged to set a personal goal to earn at least a score of 70% for preparation of the Knowledge Check.
• Knowledge Check: Supercritical Fluid Extractions
• These quizzes are designed to elicit memories and check students’ understanding of the videos, summaries, and/or related resources found within the module. As a result of taking this knowledge quiz, students will encounter 7 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (5.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.
• Conclusion: Supercritical Extractions
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

Module 2: Transport Processes

 Module 2: Transport Processes

Prerequisites: Module 1: Supercritical Fluid Extractions

• Complete All Items

• Pre-Lesson
• Key Terms: Transport Processes
• The key terms will be instrumental in developing a good understanding of the course’s main topics.  As a result of taking this module, you will begin to develop and relate these key terms to the topics found within the course, which will help establish a relationship between the two items and a deeper understanding of those main topics.
• Interactive Flash Cards: Transport Processes
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: Transport Match
• As a result of taking this module, students will race against the clock to match terms and definitions. students can choose several games to review all the material
• Lesson
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• Lesson: Transport Processes
• As a result of taking this module, students will be able to define subcritical and supercritical fluids, variables that can impact extraction yields, phase equilibria in supercritical extractions, fractioning compounds with c02 extraction and adjusting parameters for subcritical and supercritical phases. The understanding of how CO2 extraction works is crucial to understanding transitions between subcritical and supercritical phases, as well as the ability to selectively fractionate compounds and isolate individual cannabinoids and terpenes.
• Post-Lesson
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• Bonus Material: Laminar vs. Turbulent Flow
• As a result of taking this module, the student will be introduced to states of matter, solids, liquids and gases, matter phase changes, and an overview of supercritical fluids.  Understanding the principles of associated transport processes empowers cultivators and manufacturers to harness this technology effectively,  
• Key Terms Practice Quiz: Transport Process Practice
• This is a non-graded, practice activity to test students’ knowledge of the terminology that relates to the various topics and the themes found in this module. As a result of taking this module, It is encouraged to set a personal goal to earn at least a score of 70% for preparation of the Knowledge Check.
• Knowledge Check: Transport Processes
• These quizzes are designed to elicit memories and check students’ understanding of the videos, summaries, and/or related resources found within the module. As a result of taking this knowledge quiz, students will encounter 7 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (5.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.
• Conclusion: Transport Processes
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

Module 3: The Extraction Process

 Module 3: The Extraction Process

Prerequisites: Module 2: Transport Processes

• Complete All Items

• Pre-Lesson
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• Key Terms: The Extraction Process
• The key terms will be instrumental in developing a good understanding of the course’s main topics.  As a result of taking this module, you will begin to develop and relate these key terms to the topics found within the course, which will help establish a relationship between the two items and a deeper understanding of those main topics.
• Interactive Flash Cards: The Extraction Process
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: Extraction Process Match
• As a result of taking this module, students will race against the clock to match terms and definitions. students can choose several games to review all the material
• Lesson
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• Lesson: The Extraction Process
• As a result of taking this module, students will be able to understand the c02 step-by-step explanation of the cannabis extraction process. The introduction of the liquid CO₂ into the extractor, The movement of oil particles, The separation of the CO₂ liquid and oil, The capturing of compounds into the collection vessel, and the fractioning of compounds. CO2 extraction is highly efficient in isolating cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds from cannabis plants, allowing for the production of potent and pure extracts.
• Post-Lesson
• Bonus Material: CO₂ Extraction Technology
• As a result of taking this module, students will receive further reinforcement of Lesson Three by viewing an illustrative demonstration of the CO2 extraction process.  Educational visuals break down the extraction process into individual steps, helping learners comprehend the sequence and procedures involved in CO2 extraction.
• Key Terms Practice Quiz: Extraction Process Practice
• This is a non-graded, practice activity to test students’ knowledge of the terminology that relates to the various topics and the themes found in this module. As a result of taking this module, It is encouraged to set a personal goal to earn at least a score of 70% for preparation of the Knowledge Check.
• Knowledge Check: The Extraction Process
• These quizzes are designed to elicit memories and check students’ understanding of the videos, summaries, and/or related resources found within the module. As a result of taking this knowledge quiz, students will encounter 7 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (5.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.
• Conclusion: The Extraction Process
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

CONCLUSION

 CONCLUSION

Prerequisites: Module 3: The Extraction Process

• • Survey: End of Course
  • The survey is not graded.  Taking this survey will help us better understand the student’s experience taking this course. Cannabis Hub members will review students’ feedback and use it to update the course in the next iterative cycle.

• Mark as Done: Course Completion
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to complete the course.  As a result of the student marking the course as complete, the system is prompted to generate a  Certificate of Completion, which can be downloaded and printed