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Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies

This learning program is to investigate the power and use of Bitcoin and other Crypto Currencies.

You will learn to understand how Bitcoin works and how it’s part of the blockchain. We will also be investigating what alternative coins is and what makes it a part of the whole eco-system in the world of crypto currencies.

We will look at the basic theory behind the algorithms of crypto and why it’s unhackable, hence could be the new currency of the world. This program will give you a full understanding of security, trading, mining and where it fits in the world of today.

This qualification is designed to:

Knowing how to buy and sell Bitcoin.
Understanding how cryptocurrencies work.
Keeping your money safe.

Outcomes & Objectives

Studying this module allows students to understand the history and whitepapers behind BITCOIN and Cryptocurrencies. An advanced look on how it works and how it could change the future.
Understand the foundation of blockchain technology.
Appreciate blockchain as a developer and a trader.
Discussing the basic structure of a Bitcoin block.
Know about blockchain mining and forking and understand the evolution, generations, and hype surround blockchain.
Understand currencies and what makes it valuable.
Understanding Wallets and exchanges.
How to create a wallet.
Where your coins are.
Understand Alternative Coins
Security and confidentiality behind bitcoin and altcoins
Investment opportunities and mining.
Discussion on the Altcoin initial coin offering to the public.

Duration
- Full Time: 1 Day (08:30 - 16:00)
Course Prerequisites
It is recommended that delegates have a working knowledge of one or more of the following:
- Computer Fundamentals

Our Delivery Methods

Our innovative "myWay” learning methodology is built around the students individual learning requirement, allowing each student to learn in a style that is most suitable for their skills set, knowledge and schedule.

Instructor-Led Classes

Reach your full potential through our “myWay Instructor-Led” classes combined with interactive lessons, supporting video content, practical assignments and in field experience, done during the traditional 08:00 – 16:00 working day.

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Online Mentored Learning

Do a course at your pace via our “myWay Online Mentored Learning”, combining self-study with supported interactive online video lectures, an online course mentor, extra resources, questionnaires and more, all supported via out Online Student Portal.

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Our Hybrid Delivery Methods

myWay Hybrid Learning is a technology mediated delivery method that extends the benefit of flexibility and technology to all students. Each Hybrid delivery method is described in the section below.

#AnywhereAnytime

Have all your classes ready to be downloaded and watched, anytime, anywhere.

#NoStudentLeftBehind

Never miss a classs because of health, traffic, or transport issues.

#Flexibility

A personalized class schedule, attend class on campus, virtually or both.

In Class or Virtual Class Based Learning

A technology mediated delivery method allowing campus based class or virtual class attendance, or a combination of both. Classes can be in the form of lecture based or mentored based.

Mentored Online Learning

A technology mediated, self paced online delivery method with personal mentorship.

Important Notes

Students are to be at the training venue by 08h00 in preparation for a 08h30 start time.
Learnfast retains the right to change this calendar without any notification.
Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of the proof of payment or an official company purchase order for the full amount of the training.
For full day courses Learnfast will supply you with the relevant training material. A desktop computer to use for the training (where applicable), tea/coffee and a full lunch for full day InClass training hosted at Learnfast only. Catering is not included for OnSite training and laptop is available for hire at an additional cost if required.
Cancellation or rescheduling requests must be in writing and reach us via fax or email at least 5 (five) working days prior to the course commencement date. Full course fees may be retained for no shows or requests within 5 working days prior to commencement.
Although we go to great lengths to ensure that all training proceeds as scheduled, Learnfast reserves the right to cancel or postpone dates if we require to do so and undertake to inform clients in writing and telephonically of these changes.
Learnfast suggests clients wait until a week prior to course commencement that a course has been confirmed to go ahead as scheduled before booking flight and accommodation. Learnfast is NOT responsible for cost associated with cancellation of classes such as flight and accommodation for clients.

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