Fundamentals of Blockchain
The Certificate in Fundamentals of Blockchain is currently offered as a stand-alone certificate. It was conceived in response to demand from, and in consultation with, local industry, in recognition of this emerging technology and the critical role it will play in business, research, development and education.
| Award Name | Certificate |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
Duration
2 Semesters
Course Delivery
This course is delivered fully online. Classes will be delivered online on Wednesday evenings at 6pm to 8pm over two semesters.
Entry Requirements
DkIT standard entry requirements onto a level 6 programme are:
Five Grades at O6 or H7 in Leaving Certificate AND Mathematics Grade F2, O6 or H7 AND English Grade O6 or H7 OR Irish Grade O6 or H7
Mature students are not required to have the minimum Leaving Certificate requirements but should provide any relevant additional information in support of their application.
Applicants will also be required to have background in business, finance, technology or other relevant industry experience. Applicants may be interviewed.
Further information
Registration for a part-time course at DkIT could not be easier.
Just click on dkit.ie/parttime or dkit.ie/postgraduate to search for your course and follow the ‘How To Apply’ instructions on the course page.
Please note that early registration is advisable as the number of places on many courses are limited. Applications will be dealt with in order of receipt of completed application and appropriate fee. Applicants must notify the Lifelong Learning Centre in writing in the event of your withdrawal from any course for any reason.
If you have any questions about registering for a course, contact our Lifelong Learning Team on parttime@dkit.ie or call us on +353 (0)42 9370290
Tax Relief / Other Funders
Tax relief at the standard rate of tax (20%) is available for certain tuition fees on courses which lead to third-level awards.
For further information visit revenue.ie to receive a copy of form IT31. This applies only to students who are funding their studies from their own income. Always retain your receipt of payment from DkIT for tax purposes.
In certain circumstances students may receive financial aid in paying their fees from County Enterprise Boards, Leader Partnerships, Department of Social Protection and other organisations.
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This 10-credit level 6 certificate introduces the fundamentals of Blockchain technology and Bitcoin protocol. It uses cases studies to explore the building blocks of Ethereum blockchain, Solidity and smart contracts.
The programme consists of two semesters, semester one “Blockchain Essentials” introduces the fundamentals of the technology, with semester two: “ Blockchain based Distributed Applications and Smart Contracts” outlining how the technology can be applied. The programme has a significant applied focus including case studies and guest contributors.
Who Should Apply?
This course is aimed at those who are seeking to learn more about this novel technology under continuous professional development (CPD). As such, the course aims to add to the skills and knowledge by providing professionals with an introduction to theoretical and technical aspects of Blockchain Technology.
Course Content
Blockchain Essentials
Blockchain based Distributed Applications and Smart Contracts
Dr. Fiona Lawless (Head of Department of Computing Science & Mathematics, DkIT)
Phone: +353429370200
Email: Fiona.Lawless@dkit.ie
Aidan Callan (Network Training Manager, Dundalk Chamber Skillnet)
Phone: 085 862 0266
Email: aidan.callan@dundalkskillnet.ie