Understanding Blockchain, Smart Contracts & DeFi
Course Overview
Understanding Blockchain, Smart Contracts & DeFi is a structured, hands-on educational program designed to give participants a clear and practical understanding of how blockchain technology works and how it is applied in today’s digital economy.
This course bridges theory and real-world use cases, guiding learners from blockchain fundamentals to smart contracts and decentralized finance (DeFi). Through workshops, team-based activities, and a final project presentation, participants gain both conceptual clarity and applied experience.
The program is suitable for beginners and professionals seeking a solid foundation in blockchain and Web3 technologies without requiring prior technical or coding knowledge.
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for:
- Beginners looking to understand blockchain and crypto beyond speculation
- Professionals working in finance, technology, operations, or strategy
- Entrepreneurs and founders exploring blockchain-based business models
- Students and early-career professionals interested in Web3
- Anyone using crypto applications and wanting to understand how they work under the hood
No prior blockchain or programming experience is required.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand how blockchain technology works and why it matters
- Explain the role of decentralization, consensus mechanisms, and transparency
- Understand smart contracts and how decentralized applications (dApps) operate
- Explore the fundamentals of DeFi and how decentralized financial systems function
- Understand what NFTs are and how they are used beyond digital art
- Analyze real-world blockchain use cases across industries
- Collaborate in teams to develop and present a blockchain-based concept
Course Structure & Weekly Breakdown
Week 1 – Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Basics
- Introduction to blockchain and digital assets
- How blockchain networks operate
- Key concepts: decentralization, trust, transparency
- Hands-on activities
- Team formation for the final project
Week 2 – Smart Contracts & dApps
- How smart contracts work
- Introduction to decentralized applications (dApps)
- Real-world examples and use cases
- Workshop and mentor-guided sessions
- Project development begins
Week 3 – DeFi & NFTs
- Introduction to Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
- How DeFi protocols function
- Understanding NFTs and their use cases
- Guest educational session
- Workshop and project progress review
Week 4 – Final Presentations
- Team project presentations
- Evaluation by a joint review committee
- Feedback and discussion
- Announcement of top-performing teams
Teaching Approach
This course combines:
- Structured educational sessions
- Interactive workshops
- Team collaboration
- Real-world examples
- Mentor guidance
The focus is on understanding, not speculation or trading.
Outcomes & Certification
Participants who complete the course will:
- Gain a solid foundation in blockchain, smart contracts, and DeFi
- Understand how modern Web3 systems operate
- Develop critical thinking around blockchain applications
- Complete and present a team-based blockchain concept
(Certification or acknowledgment can be added depending on delivery format.)
Course Format
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Format: Hybrid learning (theory + workshops)
- Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Language: English (Arabic versions available upon request)