This course will examine all processing and refinement methods of cannabis. The curriculum reviews the concepts of nucleation, winterization, fractional distillation, isolation, hydrodynamic extractions and sonication.

Introduction – CANNABIS POST-PROCESSING

4 Modules, approximately 1 hour of lesson time

• Complete All Items

• Overview
• By taking this module, students will review the course objectives, the course navigation, the graded assessments, and how to view the scores.
• Course Overview
• As a result, a student who takes this module will gain an understanding of how post-processing can be used to customize cannabis products for diverse consumer preferences. Nucleation. Winterization, Fractional Distillation, Isolation, and Sonication methods are covered in this course. Students will also learn to refine the crude oil produced into products like Crystalline cannabinoids, Absolute, Distillates, Isolates, Water-soluble concentrates, Nano Emulsions, and Hydrodynamic extractions.  The course is designed to provide participants with knowledge of safety and quality control as well as compliance so that they can contribute to the cannabis industry’s post-processing sector with expertise.
• Lesson: Instructor Introduction
• As a result of taking this module, students will be introduced to the Instructor who will list their specific qualifications for teaching this course

Module 1: Jar Tech Method

 Module 1: Jar Tech Method

Prerequisites: Introduction

• Pre-Lesson
• Key Terms: Jar Tech Method
• 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: Getting to Know the Jar Tech Method
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: Jar Tech Method 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
• Lesson: Post-Processing: Jar Tech Method

As a result of taking this module, students will have the capability to define Cannabis Jar-Tech and review topics that include the 2 methods of jar-tech processing, an explanation of the purging process and the tools that are used for purging, An explanation of winterization of crude prep and the equipment used for this process, By achieving these learning objectives, students in the course will be well-prepared to work with the jar-tech processing method in the cannabis industry, with expertise in safety, quality control, compliance, crude oil winterization, and the preservation of terpene profiles in cannabis extracts.

• Post-Lesson
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• Bonus Lesson: Jar Tech Evaluation
• As a result of taking this module, students will receive further reinforcement of Lesson One by viewing the video which shows an 18-day timelapse of two jars (photographed once every 5 minutes) that breaks down to 2hrs of crystallization for every 1 second of video!   Illustrations or videos provide visual clarity, making complex processes like Jar-Tech crystallization more accessible to learners. This aids in understanding the steps and components involved.
• Key Terms Practice: Jar Tech Review
• 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: Jar Tech Method
• 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 8 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (6.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.

• Conclusion: Jar Tech Method
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

Module 2: Distillation Methods

 Module 2: Distillation Methods

Prerequisites: Module 1: Jar Tech Method

• Pre-Lesson
• Key Terms: Distillation Methods
• 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: Getting to Know Distillation Methods
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: Distillation Method 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
• Lesson: Post Processing: Distillation Methods
• As a result of taking this module, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of distillation methods and their applications in the cannabis industry, including principles, techniques, and equipment.  Students learn how distillation can be used to purify and concentrate cannabinoids and terpenes, resulting in high-potency cannabis extracts.  Topics include the four main vacuum distillation methods processors can use: Short-Path, Fractional, Thin-Film, and Wiped-Film. Participants in the course will be well-prepared to work with distillation methods in the cannabis industry, with expertise in safety, quality control, compliance, and the preservation of terpene profiles in cannabis extracts.
• Post-Lesson
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• Bonus Material: Seperating liquids with the Distillate Method
• As a result of taking this module, students will receive further reinforcement of Lesson Two by viewing the video which shows Illustrations separating liquids with the distillate method. Videos provide visual clarity, making complex processes like Short-Path distillation more accessible to learners. This aids in understanding the steps and components involved.
• Key Terms: Practice Distillation Methods
• 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.  By achieving these learning objectives, students in the course will be well versed with nano-emulsions and sonication methods in the cannabis industry,
• Knowledge Check: Distillation Methods
• 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 6 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (4.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.
• Conclusion: Distillation Methods
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

Module 3: More Post-Processing Methods

 Module 3: More Post-Processing Methods

Prerequisites: Module 2: Distillation Methods

• Pre-Lesson
• Key Terms: More Post-Processing Methods
• 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: Getting Familiar with Post-Processing Methods
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: Post-Processing Method 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
• Lesson: More Post-Processing Methods
• As a result of taking this module, students will be introduced to Cannabis Isolates and chromotography.  Learn the fundamentals of sonication methods and their role in the creation and stabilization of nano-emulsions for cannabis products.  Understand how nano-emulsions can increase the bioavailability of cannabis compounds, making them more effective when consumed by humans or animals.
• Post-Lesson
• Bonus Material: Short Path Distillation
• As a result of taking this module, students will receive further reinforcement of Lesson Three by viewing the video which shows Illustrations of the Short-Path distillation process.  Videos provide visual clarity, making complex processes like Short-Path distillation more accessible to learners. This aids in understanding the steps and components involved.
• Key Terms Practice: More Post-Processing Methods
• 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: More Post-Processing Methods
• 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 8 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (6.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.
• Conclusion: More Post-Processing Methods
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

Module 4: Packaged Cannabis Products

 Module 4: Packaged Cannabis Products

Prerequisites: Module 3: More Post-Processing Methods

• Complete All Items

• Pre-Lesson
• Key Terms: Packaged Cannabis Products
• 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: Packaged Cannabis Products
• As a result of taking this module, students can practice memorizing the most important key terms associated with this module
• Matching Game: Packaged Cannabis Products
• 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
• Post Processing : Packaged Cannabis Products
• As a result of taking this module, students will review many different packaged cannabis products that have gone through some type of post-processing. A definition of safety testing for Plant Oil Extraction Equipment for Installation and Use in Ordinary Unclassified Locations and Hazardous Classified Locations, a bi-national standard for the USA and Canada, This topic reviews the safety guidelines to standardize the design, production, installation, and use of plant oil extraction equipment. Learn essential safety measures and protocols to minimize risks associated with post-processing. By achieving these learning objectives, students in the course will be well-prepared to define manufactured products in the cannabis industry, with expertise in safety, quality control, and compliance
• Post-Lesson
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• Bonus Material: Cannabis Plant to Medicinal Properties
• As a result of taking this module, students will receive further reinforcement of Lesson four by viewing a photo gallery which shows Illustrations of cannabis manufactured products.  Photos provide visual clarity, making complex processes like the recognition of manufactured cannabis products more accessible to learners. 
• Key Terms Practice: Packaged Cannabis Product
• 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: Packaged Cannabis Products
• 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 8 multiple-choice questions. Students will need to earn 70% or higher (6.0 questions) to pass and move on in the course successfully.
• Conclusion: Packaged Cannabis Products
• This module prompts students to click the “Mark as Done” button to move on to the next Module.

CONCLUSION

 CONCLUSION

Prerequisites: Module 4: Packaged Cannabis Products

• Complete All Items

• 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