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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies is a certification programme offered completely in online mode. The beginner level course is the third course in the Blockchain Specialization. Offered by the Division of Continuing Education of the University of California, Irvine. The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies Certification Course can be covered successfully within 8 hours at the least. 

The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies Certification Syllabus will walk the students through the Merkle Tree, the concepts of proof of work and proof of stake and cryptocurrencies. Offered by Coursera, The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies Certification by Coursera is developed and taught by Stefano M. Stefan who is a professor at the University of California, Irvine. The curriculum of the course comprises two textbooks also which are very beneficial for the completion of assignments. They are Blockchain Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction written by Drescher and The Internet of Money, Volume Two, authored by Antonopoulos. 

The Highlights

  • Provided by Coursera
  • Offered by the University of California, Irvine
  • Self-Paced Learning Option
  • Beginner Level course
  • 100% Online Course
  • Around 8 Hours to Complete 
  • Flexible Deadlines
  • Shareable Certificate
  • Financial Aid Available

Programme Offerings

  • English videos with multiple subtitles
  • Shareable Certificate
  • Financial aid available
  • Shareable Certificates
  • Self-Paced Learning Option
  • Course Videos & Readings
  • practice quizzes
  • Graded Assignments with peer feedback
  • graded Quizzes with feedback.

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
yesUCI IrvineCoursera

The fees for the course The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies is -

HeadAmount in INR
1 monthRs. 3,277
3 monthRs. 6,554
6 monthRs. 9,831

 


What you will learn

Knowledge of Cryptocurrency

Post  The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies Training, the student will be able to understand: 

  • Hashing and The Merkle Tree
  • Cryptocurrencies
  • Proof of Work and Proof of Stake

Who it is for

Anyone interested in getting acquainted with blockchain can join The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies Classes including the professionals such as Supply Chain Manager and Corporate Executives and the like.   


Admission Details

Step 1 -Browse the official URL 

https://www.coursera.org/learn/merkle-cryptocurrencies

Step 2- Enroll in the course by opting for the option ‘Enroll’.

The Syllabus

Video
  • Round Table Discussion - The Merkle Tree and Immutability
Reading
  • Blockchain Basics
Practice Exercise
  • Hashing and The Merkle Tree

Video
  • John – ShapeShift C.F.O
Readings
  • Blockchain Basics
  • Supplemental Video (Optional)

Video
  • Round Table Discussion - Proof of Work and Proof of Stake
Reading
  • The Internet of Money
Practice Exercise
  • Proof of Work and Proof of Stake I

Readings
  • Blockchain Basics
  • Videos

Instructors

UCI Irvine Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which specialization provided by Coursera does The Merkle Tree and Cryptocurrencies online course belong to?

The online certification programme belongs to the Blockchain Specialization offered by Coursera.

2: Which skill level students the Blockchain Specialization online certification is designed for?

The online programme is designed and developed for beginner-level learners. 

3: How many options does Coursera provide the learners to join the online certification course?

Coursera provides the learners with two different enrolment options, namely, the audit mode and the enrolling by paying the prescribed fee.  

4: Which institution joined hands with Coursera to offer the online course?

The courses are developed and offered by the  Division of Continuing Education of the University of California, Irvine in association with Coursera. 

5: How much time do the students need at minimum to complete the online programme successfully?

Minimum of 8 hours is needed for the learners to completely cover the online certification programme. 

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