BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES

Catalog description

Blockchain technologies enable a digital decentralized society where people can contribute, collaborate, and transact without having to second-guess trust and transparency. As a result, blockchain is revolutionizing the way applications are built to serve people. This course covers fundamentals of blockchain, cryptocurrency, smart contracts, alternative blockchains, and the challenges and future of blockchain development. Students will work in teams to gain hands-on experience building decentralized applications using blockchain technologies and tools. Prerequisite: COMP2000 (4 credits)