RCKT-BLCK – 101 – Introduction to Blockchain / Distributed Ledger (14 hours online – week 1)
This course will provide the student with the foundational knowledge of today’s Blockchain / Distributed Ledger Technology platforms and how this emerging technology provides value to world of business.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- explain how blockchain technology came about
- define what Blockchain is and what is its purpose
- explain the key terms / items of Block Chain / Distributed Ledger Technology
- identify Blockchain / Distributed Ledger features
- describe what a distributed database is
- define the difference between Bitcoin and Blockchain
- Interpret blockchain’s value proposition as a technology and as a disruptor
- Outline the current impact of blockchain on industries
Topics covered include:
- The History of Blockchain
- The language (terms) of Blockchain
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- Bitcoin / Cryptocurrencies
- Mining and Miners
- Merkle Tees
- Hashing and dual-key encryption
- What are Blockchains
- What do they do
- Why Blockchain Matters (it’s intended purpose)
- How is a Blockchain Structured
- Block
- Chain
- Networks
- What is a distributed ledger system
- What is a distributed data base
- Current and future uses for Blockchain
Assessment Breakdowns
Grade/ Mark Breakdown
| Individual Grade | Percent |
| Assignments | 50 |
| Quizzes | 50 |
| Total | 100 |
