Cannabis Products and Processing

Catalog description

This course introduces students to standards, regulations, and practices related to cannabis product processes and their uses. Using hemp as amodel plant, students are introduced to isolation of bioactive compounds of the plant using chemical extraction techniques. This course will cover different types of solvent and solventless extraction techniques, and their applicability to manufactured infused products. Students will learn the basics of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), food safety and management, and proper product handling techniques with an emphasis placed on large-scale production practices. Students will learn how different business and financial models surrounding cannabis manufacturing are employed within the industry.