Unlock the potential of blockchain technology with our comprehensive online Blockchain course

Dive into the world of blockchain and discover how this revolutionary technology is transforming industries. Our self-paced, 20-hour online blockchain course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in blockchain principles and real-world applications. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, business professional, or curious learner, this course offers valuable insights into the decentralized digital future.

Blockchain is a straightforward yet powerful concept that revolutionizes computer technology. It entails the creation of individual “blocks” or “units” of information that are distinct but interconnected through regulated mechanisms.

Think of blockchain like a set of rooms in an apartment building, each with its own lock and key. In contrast to a regular apartment or computer system where only the front door has a lock and key, every block in a blockchain system possesses a security key that must be navigated to access and connect with other blocks.

Grasping the basics of blockchain is critical in navigating this emerging field of technology and gaining insights into how you can participate in it.

What You’ll Learn:

• Introduction to Blockchain: Understand the emergence and conceptual framework of blockchain.

• Cryptography Basics: Learn about symmetric and asymmetric encryption, hash functions, and their role in blockchain.

• Blockchain Mechanics: Explore how blockchain works, including its anatomy, governance, and the concept of 51% attacks.

• Types of Blockchains: Differentiate between permissionless, permissioned, and hybrid blockchains with real-world examples.

• Applications of Blockchain: Discover how blockchain is used in various sectors like finance, healthcare, supply chain, and more.

• Blockchain Platforms: Get acquainted with platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, Ripple, and IBM Blockchain.​Careerline Courses

Each lesson includes self-assessment quizzes and practical tasks to reinforce your learning and ensure practical application.​

Why Choose Careerline Courses?

• Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.

• Expert Support: Access unlimited tutor assistance via email.

• Comprehensive Resources: Benefit from a curriculum designed by industry professionals.

• Certification: Receive a certificate upon successful completion to showcase your expertise.​

Who Should Enrol?

This course is ideal for:​

• IT Professionals: Enhance your understanding of blockchain technology.

• Business Leaders: Explore how blockchain can revolutionize business operations.

• Students: Build a strong foundation in blockchain for future career opportunities.

• General Enthusiasts: Satisfy your curiosity about the workings of blockchain.​

Embark on your blockchain journey today and stay ahead in the digital age!

Blockchain Course Detail

There are 8 Lessons in this course:

1. Introduction to Blockchain

• • Emergence Of Blockchain
  • Conceptualising The Blockchain: A Method Of Information Transfer
  • Why Use The Blockchain?
  • Preventing Malicious Access
  • Review What You Have Been Learning

2. Background to Blockchain

• • Cryptography
  • Symmetric (Secret Key) Cryptography
  • Asymmetric (Public Key)
  • Hash
  • Using Cryptography In Blockchain
  • What Is Blockchain?
  • Review What You Have Been Learning

3. How Blockchain Works

• • Anatomy Of The Blockchain
  • Satoshi Nakamoto & The Double Spend Problem
  • The Role Of Bitcoin In The Blockchain
  • Governance
  • 51% Attacks
  • Centralised Vs. Decentralised
  • Centralised Vs Decentralised Databases In Use
  • Distributed Ledgers
  • The Consensus Protocol
  • Proof Of Work
  • Proof Of Stake
  • Proof Of Burn
  • Proof Of Capacity
  • Proof Of Activity
  • Proof Of Elapsed Time
  • Forking
  • Centralised & Decentralised Systems: A Health Care Example
  • Blockchain Nodes
  • Review What You Have Been Learning

4. Types of Blockchain

• • Permissionless And Permissioned Blockchains Public
  • Example Of Permissionless Blockchain Use Private
  • Example Of Permissioned Blockchain Use Hybrid
  • Consortium (Federated)
  • What Problems Does Blockchain Technology Solve?
  • Services For Unbanked People
  • Problems With Blockchain And Financial Inclusion
  • Review What You Have Been Learning

5. Privacy and Security

• • The Blockchain And Privacy
  • Spending Patterns
  • Transactional Transparency
  • Advertising & Monetisation Of Data
  • Ai & Machine Learning Modelling
  • Security Issues
  • Review What You Have Been Learning

6. What are the Applications?

• • Intellectual Property Rights
  • Commodity Trading
  • Data Management
  • Identity Management/Authentication
  • Reputation Verification/Ranking
  • Electronic Voting
  • Employment Services/Job Market
  • Social Networking
  • Ride Sharing
  • Web 3.0
  • Cryptocurrencies
  • Money Transfer
  • Non-Fungible Token’s
  • Internet Of Things
  • Media
  • Advertising
  • Healthcare
  • Security
  • Real Estate
  • Review What You Have Been Learning

7. Blockchain Technology

• • Review What You Have Been Learning

8. Blockchain Platforms

• • What They Are
  • What To Look For
  • Platforms
  • Chainalysis KYT
  • IBM Blockchain
  • Ripple
  • Ethereum
  • Hyperledger Fabric
  • Tron
  • Review What You Have Been Learning
  • Final Assessment

Upon completing the Short Course very last lesson, you will be offered an automated test. This final assessment can be undertaken at any time of day or night; and any day of the week; and if you achieve an overall pass (60% or more); you will be able to obtain a “certificate of completion” with your name and completion date on it.

Note: these short courses are self-guided online courses and are not to be confused with tutor-supported online courses.

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