CS251

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Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies

Computer Science ENGR - School of Engineering

Course Description

For advanced undergraduates and for graduate students.  The potential applications for Bitcoin-like technologies is enormous.  The course will cover the technical aspects of cryptocurrencies, blockchain technologies, and distributed consensus. Students will learn how these systems work, and how to engineer secure software that interacts with Blockchains like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others. Prerequisite: CS110. Recommended: CS255.

Grading Basis

ROP - Letter or Credit/No Credit

Min

3

Max

3

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

No

Course Component

Discussion

Enrollment Optional?

Yes

Course Component

Lecture

Enrollment Optional?

No

Does this course satisfy the University Language Requirement?

No

Programs

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