Students can explain the development of herbal technology, separation technology, herbal formulation basis, herbal regulations, and the differences with other pharmaceutical products.

• Explain what herbal technology is, including the use of herbal plants, herbal toxicology, and its application to the herbal industry.
• Explain the process of transforming herbal plants from raw materials into products for the herbal industry.
• Apply knowledge of mathematics and science, particularly in the herbal field.
• Design components, systems, processes, and products related to herbal technology while considering technical, economic, social, health, safety, and environmental aspects.

1. Definition and Basic Concepts of Herbs

   • Introduction to herbs and their role in traditional and modern medicine
   • Classification and characteristics of medicinal herbs

2. Herbal Materials

   • Overview of herbal materials used in medicine and industry
   • Types of plant materials and their bioactive compounds

3. Herbal Separation Technology

   • Methods for extracting and separating active compounds from herbs
   • Techniques such as maceration, distillation, and chromatography

4. Herbal Formulations

   • Principles of formulating herbal products
   • Preparation of tinctures, extracts, powders, and other dosage forms

5. Herbal Regulation

   • Regulatory frameworks for herbal products in different regions
   • Standards and safety considerations in herbal medicine

1. H. Panda, The Complete Technology Book on Herbal Perfumes & Cosmetics, National Institute of Industrial Research, 2003.