Blockchain 101 Certificate - Part 2

Stefan Craß, Radhakrishna Dasari, Tim Weingärtner, Silvan Andermatt, Giacomo Vella, Horst Treiblmaier, Reza Nourmohammadi, Vinzenz Treytl, Dimitrios Salampasis, Valentin Kalinov, Sevket Pala, Aisling Connolly, Douglas Heintzman, Fatmire Bekiri, Phil Dettwiler, Yves Longchamp, Victoria Lemieux, Jane Thomason, Ian Choo, Katharina Lasota Heller, Liat Shetret, Magdalena Boškić, and Arno Pernthaler

The blockchain market has changed how organisations share and transact data and value, and individuals perceive data ownership and transparency towards suppliers. New corporate ecosystems and collaborations push innovators to experiment with new business models. At the same time, regulators define boundaries and frameworks for applying this new technology. However, the industry lacks professionals with well-founded knowledge and experience to apply blockchain technology in the right context. The Blockchain 101 Certificate – Part 2 addresses this gap with a holistic, 12h certification programme developed with leading academic and industry players. See full 24h professional certification program on this page: Blockchain 101 Professional Certificate.

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Learning objectives

What you will learn:
****the blockchain 101 certificate comprises of two parts, which are made up of three macro-modules, aligned with the esteemed charterholder programs offered by dec institute (exam syllabus, study booklet, practice questions and tests). these 3 macro-modules consist of the following modules
Technology:
In this section, we explore the following topics, including blockchain history, blockchain principles, databases, ledgers & dlts, cryptography, consensus mechanisms, blockchain architectures, distributed file systems, token standards & minting, blockchain technology stack, smart contracts, cryptocurrencies, tokens, blockchain protocols, wallets and custody, privacy, scalability, interoperability, decentralized applications, decentralized autonomous organization, oracles, and attacks.
Business & economics:
In this section, we explore the following topics, including blockchain and the internet, innovation, disruption & adoption principles, blockchain ecosystems, blockchain economics, tokenisation in business, digital asset business models, decentralized applications in business, blockchain governance in business and daos, blockchain and sustainability, application areas in traditional financial services, decentralised finance (defi), application areas in non-financial service sectors, application areas of non-fungible-tokens (nfts), supply chain and self sovereign identity (ssi).

Legal & regulatory:
In this section, we explore the following topics, including legal and regulatory treatment of cryptoassets, legal & regulatory standing of blockchain technology, legal status of smart contracts, challenges of regulating dlt, competition law and antitrust, blockchain and regtech and gdpr & other data regulations.
After completing the blockchain 101 certificate, candidates interested to proceed with dec’s professional development path, are invited to register for the
examination at pearsonvue through the website of
, where they can download and study additional preparatory material (mandatory reading: study booklet cba®️ level 1), which will be required to successfully pass the examination and obtain the cba®️ i professional designation and membership status at dec. for experienced blockchain professionals, there is also the opportunity to earn the level 2 charterholder status, unlocking addition career benefits and opportunities.

What you will learn:
****the blockchain 101 certificate comprises of two parts, which are made up of three macro-modules, aligned with the esteemed charterholder programs offered by dec institute (exam syllabus, study booklet, practice questions and tests). these 3 macro-modules consist of the following modules
Technology:
In this section, we explore the following topics, including blockchain history, blockchain principles, databases, ledgers & dlts, cryptography, consensus mechanisms, blockchain architectures, distributed file systems, token standards & minting, blockchain technology stack, smart contracts, cryptocurrencies, tokens, blockchain protocols, wallets and custody, privacy, scalability, interoperability, decentralized applications, decentralized autonomous organization, oracles, and attacks.
Business & economics:
In this section, we explore the following topics, including blockchain and the internet, innovation, disruption & adoption principles, blockchain ecosystems, blockchain economics, tokenisation in business, digital asset business models, decentralized applications in business, blockchain governance in business and daos, blockchain and sustainability, application areas in traditional financial services, decentralised finance (defi), application areas in non-financial service sectors, application areas of non-fungible-tokens (nfts), supply chain and self sovereign identity (ssi).
Legal & regulatory:
In this section, we explore the following topics, including legal and regulatory treatment of cryptoassets, legal & regulatory standing of blockchain technology, legal status of smart contracts, challenges of regulating dlt, competition law and antitrust, blockchain and regtech and gdpr & other data regulations.
After completing the blockchain 101 certificate, candidates interested to proceed with dec’s professional development path, are invited to register for the
examination at pearsonvue through the website of
, where they can download and study additional preparatory material (mandatory reading: study booklet cba®️ level 1), which will be required to successfully pass the examination and obtain the cba®️ i professional designation and membership status at dec. for experienced blockchain professionals, there is also the opportunity to earn the level 2 charterholder status, unlocking addition career benefits and opportunities.

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Blockchain 101 Certificate - Part 2 with these activities:

Resource Compilation

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Organize and consolidate your course materials for easy reference and future learning, ensuring you have a comprehensive resource at your fingertips.

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Gather all course materials, including notes, slides, assignments, and readings.
Organize the materials by topic or module.
Create a central repository or filing system to store the materials digitally or physically.

Review Blockchain Concepts

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Review the basics of blockchain technology, including its history, principles, and key concepts, to enhance your understanding of the course materials.

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Read introductory articles or blog posts on blockchain technology.
Watch online videos or tutorials on blockchain concepts.
Review lecture notes or textbook materials from previous courses related to blockchain or distributed systems.

Blockchain Fundamentals - Recap

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Review key blockchain concepts to set up a strong knowledge base for future learning.

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Revisit the course syllabus and review the key concepts that will be covered
Go through the introductory chapters of the textbook or any relevant online materials

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Cryptography Exercises

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Solve cryptography exercises to strengthen your understanding of the cryptographic principles underlying blockchain technology.

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Find online resources or textbooks that provide cryptography exercises.
Attempt to solve the exercises on your own, focusing on understanding the concepts rather than memorizing solutions.
Review and verify your solutions against provided answer keys or consult with experts if needed.

Blockchain Study Group

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Join or form a study group with peers to discuss blockchain concepts, share knowledge, and work on projects together, fostering collaborative learning.

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Identify or form a study group with individuals who share your interests in blockchain.
Establish regular meeting times and a structure for discussions.
Take turns presenting different topics, leading discussions, and working on group projects.
Provide constructive feedback and support to other members of the group.

Explore Blockchain Platforms

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Familiarize yourself with popular blockchain platforms such as Ethereum, Hyperledger Fabric, and Corda to gain a practical understanding of their features and capabilities.

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Follow online tutorials or courses on specific blockchain platforms.
Build a simple blockchain application using a platform of your choice.
Experiment with different platform features, such as smart contracts and consensus mechanisms.

Practice with Hackathons

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Participate in hackathons to apply your knowledge and enhance practical skills in the field of blockchain technology.

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Identify blockchain hackathons relevant to your interests and skill level.
Form a team or work individually on a blockchain-based project.
Develop a prototype or solution addressing a specific challenge or problem statement.

Blockchain Blog Post

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Create a blog post on a specific application or use case of blockchain technology to reinforce your understanding and share knowledge.

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Choose a specific blockchain application or use case that interests you.
Research and gather relevant information about the application.
Write a well-structured blog post explaining the application, its benefits, and potential challenges.

Contribute to Open-Source Blockchain Projects

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Gain practical experience and contribute to the advancement of blockchain technology by participating in open-source projects.

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Identify open-source blockchain projects that align with your interests and skills.
Contribute to the project in areas such as code development, documentation, or testing.
Collaborate with other developers and learn from their expertise.

Blockchain Proof-of-Concept

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Develop a blockchain-based solution to a real-world problem to demonstrate your understanding and practical application of blockchain technology.

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Identify a problem or challenge that can be addressed using blockchain.
Design and develop a blockchain-based solution that meets the requirements of the problem.
Test and evaluate the solution to ensure it is effective and efficient.
Document the project, including the problem statement, solution design, implementation, and results.