Applied Blockchain Technology & Artificial Intelligence Integration

No prerequisite

In learning about the disruptive force of Fintech, students will apply themselves in a project-based approach to learning that builds upon a foundational understanding of the Blockchain. They will apply this learning to real-world challenges and questions in order to fully understand the benefits, limits and disruptive force of the Blockchain.

The goal of this course is to empower students on how to work within and competently understand the changes occurring in Fintech. This course will allow students to effectively learn the use of digital cryptocurrencies. In this course, the student will develop an appreciation and understanding of how to apply their knowledge as a technical and operational skill to enable and impact business and economic spheres through a total grasp of the interoperability that has driven the interest and adoption of cryptocurrencies in business and government.

When the course is complete students be able to:

• Competently engage in digital currency purchases
• Understand the implications of the blockchain in finance
• Engage Employers in the beneficial cost efficiencies of the blockchain
• Adopt the crypto technology to a bespoke corporate requirement

Unit 1: Overview of the Technology

• Basic technical description of blockchain technology
• History and achievements

Unit 2: Cryptographic Hashes

• Item Definition
• SHA 256/DSHA256/SHA3
• Encryption
• Digital signatures

Unit 3: How Bitcoin Works

• Blockchain structure
• Distributed consensus

Unit 4: Bitcoin Ecosystem

• Hard soft forks
• Wallets hot/cold
• Exchanges
• Mining

Unit 5: Beyond Bitcoin

• Decentralization
• Private blockchains
• Altcoins
• Smart contracts

Unit 6: Digital Currency Challenges

• Scalability
• Identity
• Proposed solutions

The online delivery blends synchronous and asynchronous components. Students complete self-directed assignments hosted on the course platform. Weekly Forums support a required active, rubric-based student contributions that foster collaboration.

Exams may include essays, short answers, or MCQs. Formats include open/closed book. Time zones are considered. Assessments are formative and summative. Students have 2 weeks to review grades and must follow the appeal process in the Student Handbook.

Certificate

Please note that there are three semesters as admission periods as noted on the academic calendar.
Scholarship Awarded (Total Fee: €100)

Registration is done online.