PROGRAM

Course Description

Throughout history, the advent of paradigm-shifting innovations have preceded profound social and economic changes. Twenty-five years ago, the internet was one such innovation. Today, Blockchain, or DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology is poised to become the latest general-purpose technology that will reshape our society. Blockchain technology brings with it several advantages over existing models, inasmuch as it is inherently immutable, more transparent and secure, less costly, and less prone to error.

This course does not require a prerequisite and is open for all age groups. The course is for those wishing to explore this new technology and gain valuable insights on its infrastructure and applications. The course is offered in three modules of 13 weeks each. Students will earn a certificate in Blockchain 101 upon completion of each module, and a high school IDC credit will be provided upon successful completion of all 3 modules.

Course Layout

Dates:

Jan 11 - May 14, 2021

Session A: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 3:45 pm - 5:15 pm (1.5 hrs)

OR

Session B: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm (1.5 hrs)

Duration:

4.5 hrs/week for 18 weeks

4.5 hrs for 18 weeks = 80 hrs of live instruction time

Capacity: 

Maximum 30 students/session

Bonus:

30 additional hours of asynchronous learning, assignments, group work, etc.

Cost:

CDN$1,800 for domestic students

CDN$2,200 for international students.

Teacher 

MIKE DEMELO

Mike began his career in the financial services industry in the 1990s where he worked with leading financial advisors helping retail investors navigate their portfolio decisions. With over two decades of sales experience in the investment and technology industry, Mike has built a rich career of knowledge and understanding in various aspects of finance.  His curious nature and passionate attitude saw him build a solid framework in the Blockchain innovation throughout the growth of Cryptocurrency in 2017. In January 2018, Mike achieved certification in the newly developed Blockchain course at the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University. Since then, Mike has fine-tuned his financial acumen and has led business development in the Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence industry across North America and Europe. As the instructor of the Blockchain 101 course at Fuller Academy, Mike hopes to inspire enthusiasm about the Blockchain innovation.