| Course Type | Elective Course |
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| Course Level | Bachelor's Degree |
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| Year of Study | - |
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| Semester | - |
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| ECTS | 5 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
- |
| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Explain the definition, technical structure, and functioning of blockchain.
- Identify the platforms, core systems, and components used in the development of blockchain.
- Understand how data is encrypted with cryptography and the security mechanism in blockchain.
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
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| Course Description | This course will focus on the fundamentals of blockchain technology, its relationship with cryptography, and the operation of smart contracts. Students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills for the development of blockchain projects by understanding blockchain applications, platforms, and the advantages provided by this technology. The course will also enable students to comprehend the potential use cases of blockchain and to develop projects. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Introduction to encryption |
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2nd Week |
History of cryptocurrency |
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3rd Week |
Overview of blockchain technology |
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4th Week |
Structure and operational mechanism of blockchain systems |
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5th Week |
Consensus setup/protocols |
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6th Week |
Mining applications |
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7th Week |
Blockchain platform |
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8th Week |
Midterm exam |
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9th Week |
Problem areas and security in blockchain applications |
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10th Week |
Blockchain applications |
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11th Week |
Blockchain network structure and scaling |
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12th Week |
Blockchain alternatives |
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13th Week |
Demos and seminars |
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14th Week |
General review |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | Drescher, D. (2017). Blockchain basics: A non-technical introduction in 25 steps. Apress. |
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Lecture
- Questions/Answers
- Project
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
|
Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
40 |
| Project |
1 |
45 |
| Attendance |
1 |
5 |
| Total(%) |
|
90 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
|
90 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
10 |
| Total(%) |
|
100 |
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| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
|
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| Individual or group work |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
24 |
24 |
| Course hours |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
20 |
20 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
|
|
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| Final exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Homework |
|
|
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| Project |
1 |
20 |
20 |
| Total Work Load | 150 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 5 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 5 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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