Blockchain: Understanding Uses and Implications
Explore blockchain technology's transformative impact on business and society through comprehensive analysis of its mechanics, applications, and future trends.
Explore blockchain technology's transformative impact on business and society through comprehensive analysis of its mechanics, applications, and future trends.
This comprehensive course examines blockchain technology's revolutionary impact across industries. Students will learn core blockchain concepts, from its origins in Bitcoin to current enterprise applications. The curriculum covers blockchain mechanics, cryptography, smart contracts, and governance models. Participants will explore how blockchain solves traditional business challenges and study emerging trends like DeFi, NFTs, and CBDCs. Through real-world case studies, students gain practical understanding of blockchain's applications in business, government, banking, and supply chains.
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What you'll learn
Understand core blockchain concepts and their business implications
Master blockchain mechanics including cryptography and consensus mechanisms
Evaluate different blockchain governance models and their applications
Analyze how blockchain solves traditional business challenges
Explore emerging trends in DeFi NFTs and digital currencies
Assess real world blockchain implementations across industries
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Graded assignments, Final exam
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There are 6 modules in this course
The course provides a comprehensive introduction to blockchain technology and its business implications. Starting with fundamental concepts, it progresses through blockchain mechanics, cryptography, and consensus mechanisms. Students learn about smart contracts, governance models, and various blockchain structures. The curriculum explores emerging trends including decentralized finance, NFTs, and central bank digital currencies. Special emphasis is placed on real-world applications across industries, from supply chain management to financial services. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical use cases to demonstrate blockchain's transformative potential.
Introduction to Blockchain
Module 1
Blockchain Mechanics
Module 2
Blockchain Functions
Module 3
Blockchains and Governance
Module 4
Blockchain Problem Solving and Future Trends
Module 5
Blockchain use Cases
Module 6
Fee Structure
Instructors
3 Courses
Blockchain Education Pioneer and Hyperledger Technical Leader
Bobbi Muscara has established herself as a prominent figure in blockchain education and technology development, currently serving as a member of the Hyperledger Technical Steering Committee and Chairperson of the Hyperledger Learning Materials Development Working Group. As the founder of Ledger Academy at Tiger Labs in Princeton, NJ, she has created a specialized training center focused on custom blockchain education programs and consulting services. Her academic credentials include dual bachelor's degrees in Computer and Decision Science and Management and Organizational Behaviors, complemented by a Master's in Business Education and a New Jersey Teaching Certification in Business. Her significant contributions to blockchain technology include the development of the Giving Chain project and her leadership of a Hyperledger Mentorship Summer 2021 project. Her impact in the field was recognized with The Government Blockchain Association's 2020 Blockchain award for Social Impact, highlighting her commitment to leveraging blockchain technology for societal benefit. Through her work at Ledger Academy, she continues to bridge the gap between complex blockchain technology and practical business applications.
3 Courses
Distinguished Data Scientist and Blockchain Technology Expert
Dr. Ernesto Lee currently serves as a Data Analytics Faculty member at Miami Dade College, bringing over two decades of expertise in computer science, blockchain technology, and data analytics. His impressive career includes serving as Chief Technology Officer at Blockchain Training Alliance and Chief Innovation Officer at Trivera Technologies. His academic credentials include a Doctor of Science in Business Analytics from Baker College, a Ph.D. in Computer and Information Sciences from Nova Southeastern University, an MS in Software Engineering from Virginia Tech, and a BS in Physics from Old Dominion University. His technical expertise spans building Hyperledger Chaincode, Solidity-based Smart Contracts, and working with advanced technologies including WebLogic Server, WebCenter Portal, Apache Spark, Hive, and HBase. His research impact is evidenced by over 1,200 citations in areas including machine learning, blockchain, deep learning, and ethical AI. His professional certifications include AWS DevOps Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Data Scientist Associate, and various blockchain-related certifications, demonstrating his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancement
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