Blockchain & DLT

Blockchain & Distributed Ledger Technology Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology, including consensus, smart contracts, digital assets, enterprise DLT, security and real-world applications.

BeginnerOnline Live45 Hours

What this course gives you

  • Practical blockchain & DLT concepts with real-world examples
  • Hands-on activities covering smart contracts, transactions and solution design
  • Capstone project + exam-based certificate
Learning mode

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain how blockchain and DLT networks, transactions and consensus mechanisms work.
  • Evaluate blockchain use cases, smart contracts, digital assets and enterprise DLT solutions.
  • Identify blockchain security risks and design a basic blockchain/DLT solution.

About this course

Blockchain & Distributed Ledger Technology Fundamentals is a practical introductory course designed to help learners understand how blockchain and distributed ledger systems work and where they can be applied. The course covers blockchain architecture, transactions, cryptography, consensus mechanisms, smart contracts, tokens, decentralized applications, enterprise DLT, security, governance and implementation considerations. Learners will move from foundational concepts to practical solution design through demonstrations, activities, testing exercises and a capstone project. No prior blockchain development experience is required.

Topics covered

Distributed LedgerEthereumDLTBlockchainSmart ContractsCryptocurrency

Skills you will learn

5 skills

Smart Contracts
DLT Architecture
Blockchain Security
Cryptography Basics
Blockchain Fundamentals

Prerequisites

2 items

Basic computer and internet knowledge. No prior blockchain, cryptocurrency or programming experience is required.
Basic computer and internet knowledge. No prior blockchain, cryptocurrency or programming experience is required.

Course outline

  • What is a distributed ledger?
  • Structure of a block and blockchain data flow
  • Why consensus is required
  • What smart contracts are and how they execute
  • Fungible vs non-fungible tokens
  • Permissioned DLT architecture
  • Wallet and key-management risks
  • Choosing blockchain vs conventional database technology

Program instructors

Expert-led learning

Sessions are delivered by faculty members, practitioners and mentors with experience in applied learning and emerging technologies.

Secure payment

Protected checkout experience with UPI, cards, net banking and wallet options.

Instant confirmation

Fee receipt and programme joining details are sent to the registered email ID.

Need help?

Learners can contact the support team for payment or enrolment assistance.

FAQs

Common learner questions

Everything you need to decide whether this programme is right for you.

The course starts from the fundamentals and does not require prior blockchain programming experience.

No. Cryptocurrency is only one application. The course also covers enterprise blockchain, smart contracts, digital assets, supply chain, identity, credentials, security and other DLT applications.

Yes. Learners who meet the required assessment criteria and pass the final exam can receive an exam-based certificate.