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FITech P2P Systems and Blockchain Technologies, Online studies

Tampere University

Extent

5 cr

Course dates

30.8.2021-31.12.2021

Application period

7.6.2021-22.8.2021

Fees

0 €

City

Online course

Faculty or school

Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences

Language of instruction

English

Code

COMM.NET.500

Study fields

Technology and Natural Sciences

Data Processing and Information Technology

Mode of study

Online studies

Study level

Advanced studies

Completion of studies

P2P Systems and Blockchain Technologies, 5 cr

Code: COMM.NET.500

Language of instruction: English

Description

This course is concentrated on peer-to-peer and blockchain technologies, their technical details and use-cases appearing on the market. The core contents include the following:

Basic building blocks of P2P systems

P2P vs. client/server architectures
Evolution of P2P systems
Searching for shared resources
DHT mechanisms

Blockchain technologies

Blockchain concept
Blockchain applications and use-cases
Cryptocurrencies
BitCoin in detail
Smart contracts
Blockchain as a service

Completion methods: Exam, homework

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