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Blockchain Fundamentals by ISACA

Demand for IT professionals skilled in blockchain is rising due to its enterprise market value’s growth expected to reach $19.9 Billion by 2025. With Blockchain fundamentals, you’ll learn what’s essential to show an understanding of what is considered the most significant technological innovation since the internet. The course covers fundamental principles and concepts, application of technologies to leverage blockchain, and usage and considerations.

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Demand for IT professionals skilled in blockchain is rising due to its enterprise market value’s growth, which is expected to reach $19.9 billion by 2025. With Blockchain Fundamentals, you’ll learn what’s essential to show an understanding of what is considered the most significant technological innovation since the internet. This certificate covers three domains: Blockchain Principles & Concepts; Ability to Apply Technologies Essential to Leveraging Blockchain; and Blockchain Usage & Considerations.

Learn how to leverage your in-demand knowledge and ability in blockchain to elevate your IT career.

You’ll be able to access your study materials and performance-based labs on demand—and you’ll earn 5 CPE upon completion.

Additional Resources

Certified in Emerging Technology

Blockchain Fundamentals is one of four courses that make up a broad certification: Certified in Emerging Technology. Along with fundamental certifications in AI, Cloud, and Internet of Things, the Certified in Emerging Technology puts you on the cutting edge of your career in technologies that are shaping the world.

For more information on how to start upon your path to being on the bleeding edge of technology, see ISACA’s Certified in Emerging Technology.

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Blockchain Fundamentals by ISACA

Overview

Modality

Online

Format

Asynchronous

Pricing

$549.00

Partner

RevU

Topic

Cloud

CyberForge

Data and Visualization

Information Technology and Engineering

ISACA

Price Includes

  • ISACA Student Membership
  • Certificate Exam
  • Review Manual
  • Online Review Course

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

There are no prerequisites. You can register for the Blockchain Fundamentals exam at any time. The online, remotely proctored 2-hour exam blends both knowledge (multiple-choice) and performance-based questions set in a virtual lab environment. To pass the exam, you must earn a score of 65% or higher.

Domains

  • Blockchain Concepts (67%)
  • Blockchain Usage and Considerations (33%)


COURSE SYLLABUS

With Blockchain Fundamentals, you’ll learn what’s essential to show an understanding of what is considered the most significant technological innovation since the internet, including fundamental principles and concepts, application of technologies to leverage blockchain, and usage considerations.

Blockchain Concepts: This domain encompasses the foundational aspects of blockchain technology, including its history, underlying principles, processes, models, and infrastructure. Key topics covered are:

  • History and Evolution: Understanding the origins of blockchain and its development alongside cryptocurrencies.
  • Blockchain Processes and Models: Exploring how blockchains function and the various models that exist.
  • Infrastructure and Architecture: Examining the systems and architectural components that support blockchain technology.
  • Interoperability: Discussing how different blockchain systems interact and integrate with each other.
  • Tokenization and Cryptocurrencies: Identifying different types of tokens and crypto assets within the blockchain ecosystem.
  • Major Blockchain Platforms: Reviewing prominent blockchain platforms, their characteristics, and considerations for implementation.

Blockchain Usage and Considerations: This domain focuses on the practical applications of blockchain technology and the factors to consider when implementing it. Key topics include:

  • Use Cases: Identifying and analyzing various applications of blockchain across different industries.
  • Implementation Considerations: Understanding the challenges, best practices, and strategic approaches to deploying blockchain solutions.

Successful students will receive an internationally recognized badge from ISACA.


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