Blockchain technology is the leading driver of strategy, sustainability and competitive advantage for companies across various industries. The Blockchain program builds on your existing abilities, and equips you to navigate the challenges and opportunities associated with blockchain technology. As a blockchain expert, you’ll be on the frontlines of this technical revolution.
Hours: 9
Topics Covered:
• Evolution of Web1 → Web2 → Web3
• History of Blockchain: From Bitcoin to Ethereum
• What is Blockchain? Definition & Characteristics
• Components: Blocks, Hash, Transactions, Timestamp
• Key Features: Immutability, Transparency, Security
• Difference: Centralized vs Decentralized vs Distributed Systems
• Real-life Use Cases (Banking, Supply Chain, NFTs, etc.)
Hours: 9
Topics Covered:
• Structure of a Block
• Public, Private, and Consortium Blockchains
• Consensus Mechanisms: Proof of Work, Proof of Stake (basic)
• Mining and Validation Process
• Nodes and Peer-to-Peer Network Design
• Blockchain Performance Factors (Throughput, Latency, Gas)
Hours: 9
Topics Covered:
• What is Cryptocurrency?
• Bitcoin Overview: How transactions work
• Ethereum Overview: Ether, Gas, and Smart Contracts
• Wallets: Custodial vs Non-custodial
• Creating Wallets using MetaMask
• Understanding Private Key, Public Key, and Address
• Sending & Receiving Crypto using Testnets (Sepolia/Goerli)
Hours: 9
Topics Covered:
• Introduction to Smart Contracts
• Solidity Basics: Structure and Syntax
• Writing a Simple Smart Contract
• Deploying Smart Contract using Remix IDE & MetaMask
• Real-World Applications: DeFi, NFTs, Supply Chain, Identity
• Challenges and Future Trends in Blockchain