Course Modules

Each module is independently purchasable. Module 1 is the prerequisite for all subsequent modules.

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Module 1Available

Extraction Fundamentals

From Zero to Lab-Ready

A student who can walk into a cannabis extraction laboratory on day one and operate safely, understand the chemistry driving every process decision, select appropriate solvents and equipment for a given production goal, and execute standard extraction procedures with proper documentation.

8 units37 lessons30-40 hours

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Module 2Coming Soon

Post-Processing and Refinement

From Crude to Clean

9 units covering winterization deep dive, decarboxylation science, solvent recovery systems, CRC and filtration media chemistry, crude oil degumming, pesticide remediation, THCA crystallization and diamond growing, extract stability science, and off-flavor troubleshooting.

Requires Module 1

Module 3Coming Soon

Conversion Chemistry

The Complete Cannabinoid Conversion Directory

WKU's flagship advanced module. 13 units, 50+ lessons covering every viable cannabinoid conversion pathway: D9, D8, D10, CBN, HHC, THCP, THCV, THCA flower, piatella, plus complete catalyst comparison, byproduct troubleshooting, and regulatory positioning.

Requires Module 1

Module 4Coming Soon

Distillation Science

Separation by Volatility

6 units: distillation theory, short path distillation, wiped film distillation, terpene extraction and isolation, fractional distillation, troubleshooting and optimization.

Requires Module 1

Module 5Coming Soon

Analytical Methods

Measuring What Matters

HPLC for cannabinoid potency, GC-MS for terpenes and residual solvents, supporting methods, method validation, in-house QC program.

Requires Module 1

Module 6Coming Soon

Laboratory Design and Build-Out

From Empty Space to Operating Lab

7 units: needs assessment and business planning, facility layout, utilities and infrastructure, hazardous classification and C1D1 design, safety equipment and compliance, extraction licensing by state, commissioning and startup.

Requires Module 1

Module 7Coming Soon

Formulation and Product Development

From Extract to Product

10 units: formulation fundamentals, cannabis tinctures, edibles, live resin vape carts, vaporization products, nano emulsion, nano emulsified distillate, topicals and transdermals, powder matrix and encapsulation, product stability and shelf life.

Requires Modules 1, 2, 3