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Introduction to Blockchain Technology

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Basic Computer Knowledge, Fundamentals of Cryptography, Understanding of Distributed Systems (recommended)

  • Level 1 - Beginner
  • Course Code: 26GPA130

Introduction to Blockchain Technology

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Introduction to Blockchain Technology provides a comprehensive understanding of blockchain systems, starting from foundational principles and progressing toward enterprise and decentralized applications. The course covers key concepts such as decentralization, cryptographic techniques, consensus mechanisms, Bitcoin and Ethereum architectures, smart contracts, enterprise blockchain frameworks, scalability, privacy, security, decentralized identity, and decentralized finance (DeFi). Emphasis is placed on understanding how blockchain technology enables trust, transparency, and security across diverse real-world use cases.

  • To understand the fundamental principles of blockchain and decentralization.
  • To study cryptographic primitives used in blockchain systems.
  • To analyze consensus algorithms and blockchain architectures.
  • To familiarize students with common network vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
  • To explore smart contracts, Ethereum, and Web3 development.
  • To understand enterprise blockchain platforms and scalability challenges.
  • To examine blockchain security, privacy, DeFi, and decentralized identity.

  • CO1 - UExplain core blockchain concepts including decentralization, cryptography, and consensus.
  • CO2 - Analyze Bitcoin and Ethereum architectures and their real-world use cases.
  • CO3 - Understand smart contracts, Web3 development, and tokenization models.
  • CO4 - Evaluate enterprise blockchain platforms, scalability, and privacy solutions.
  • CO4 - Assess security, decentralized identity, and DeFi applications.

Day Topic Sub-Topic No. Sub-Topic Title Detailed Contents
Day 1 Blockchain Foundations 1.1 Blockchain 101 Definition, evolution, blockchain vs traditional databases
1.2 Need for Blockchain Trust issues, double spending problem.
1.3 Decentralization Centralized vs decentralized vs distributed systems.
1.4 Blockchain Components Blocks, transactions, nodes, ledger
1.5 Types of Blockchains Public, private, consortium, hybrid
Day 2 Cryptography in Blockchain 2.1 Cryptography Basics Role of cryptography in blockchain
2.2 Symmetric Cryptography AES, encryption–decryption, use cases
2.3 Asymmetric Cryptography Public/private keys, key pairs
2.4 Digital Signatures Authentication, non-repudiation
2.5 Hash Functions & Merkle Trees SHA-256, data integrity, Merkle root
Day 3 Consensus & Bitcoin 3.1 Consensus Algorithms Need for consensus in distributed systems
3.2 Proof of Work (PoW) Mining, difficulty, rewards
3.3 Proof of Stake (PoS) Validators, staking
3.4 Bitcoin Architecture Blocks, transactions, UTXO model
3.5 Bitcoin in Practice Wallets, transaction lifecycle
Day 4 Smart Contracts & Ethereum 4.1 Smart Contracts Functions and differences
4.2 Ethereum Architecture and Ethereum Transactions Accounts, gas, EVM, Transaction flow, gas fees
Day 5 Enterprise Blockchain & Scalability 5.1 Enterprise Blockchain Characteristics, enterprise needs
5.2 Hyperledger Fabric Architecture, channels, chaincode
5.3 Tokenization Utility tokens, security tokens.
Day 6 Case Study / Hands-on Practice /Simulations

  • Book 1: Mastering Blockchain (Imran Bashir, Packt, latest/4th ed.) – full-stack technical guide: architecture, consensus, cryptography, smart contracts, DeFi, NFTs, and enterprise chains.
  • Book 2: Mastering Bitcoin: Unlocking Digital Cryptocurrencies (Andreas M. Antonopoulos) – deep technical focus on Bitcoin protocol, transactions, scripting, networking, and security.
  • Book 3: The Blockchain Developer (Daniel Drescher) – practical guidance on building blockchain applications and understanding system design for developers.
  • Book 4: Blockchain Applications: A Hands-On Approach (Arshdeep Bahga, Vijay Madisetti) – implementation-oriented book covering practical blockchain use cases and architectures.

Know your Mentor Contact Number Email Id Teaching Experience (in Yrs.)
Ms. Sidrah Fayaz Wani 9682184039 Sidrah.e17441@cumail.in 2.3 Years

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