Institute of Cannabis Research (ICR)

ICR 101  Intro to Scientific Basis for Cannabis Regulation  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course is a survey of common basic scientific, medical, public health, and chemical analytical research approaches and results which inform policy and decision makers who form cannabis regulations.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ICR 102  Basic Human Physiology of Cannabis Consumption  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Introduction to the fundamental biology of how cannabis interacts with the human body to produce various health effects including a survey of the medicinal potential and possible medical misapplication of cannabis.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ICR 103  Intro to Analytical Chemistry of Cannabinoids  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course will introduce students to the fundamental techniques used to quantify components of interest in the cannabis plant.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ICR 104  Intro to Agriculture & Cultivation of Cannabis  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the plant biology of Cannabis. Students will learn the basics of cannabis cultivation and essential risk management strategies.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ICR 105  Introduction to Hemp Materials  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Introduction to basic scientific principles in the manufacture and utilization of hemp-based materials including textiles, building materials, paper, biodegradable erosion matting, and cannabinoids.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ICR 106  Introduction to Cannabis Science & Research  1(1-0)  

As Needed.
This course will introduce students to cannabis science and research as it is presented by academic experts in the fields of cannabis research and cultivation.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.