Blockchain Development Program (Postgraduate) (T475)
Program Description
Leadership Claims
In response to the digital revolution and rapid transformation ignited by blockchain technology, George Brown College's School of Computer Technology has distinguished itself as a pioneer, becoming the first Canadian institution to offer a certificate in Blockchain Development.
Program Overview
The Blockchain Development program is a comprehensive, two-semester curriculum designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of blockchain technology and its applications. This program equips students with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to design and deploy dApps (decentralized applications) utilizing blockchain technology.
Core areas of focus include smart contract development, software and business patterns for blockchain, blockchain system development, full stack development, blockchain architecture, security practices, and relevant laws and regulations.
In the final semester, students will have the option to undertake a co-operative work placement or work-integrated project. This opportunity will allow them to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the program in a practical setting, thereby gaining valuable real-world experience, and fostering networking opportunities with industry professionals. This program has been meticulously developed with the invaluable support of seasoned professionals from the blockchain industry. The program is delivered in a full-time executive format, comprising approximately 20 hours per week of evening classes spread over a 26-week period. This structure ensures that students experience a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and hands-on, project-based learning, offering students the chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting.
Full Description
Seeking a career pivot or aiming to augment your skill set with advanced knowledge in blockchain development?
George Brown College in Toronto presents a distinct Blockchain Development program that spans three semesters. The curriculum is centered on the design and deployment of decentralized applications, leveraging blockchain technology, and offers a holistic understanding of the blockchain domain.
Developed in collaboration with experienced industry professionals, this program unfolds in a full-time executive format, necessitating approximately 20 hours of study each week over a 26-week duration. The third semester offers students the choice of engaging in a Co-op placement or a work-integrated learning experience, providing them with the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in the expansive blockchain space.
The skills you’ll learn include: smart contracts design patterns for blockchain decentralized system development full stack development & integration blockchain architecture, security practices, laws and regulations and more
Technology Requirements
This program requires students to have access to a personal computer with the following specifications:
- 8 GB minimum (16 GB RAM recommended0
- 256 GB SSD Hard Drive (500+ GB is optimal)
- Quad-core i5/i7 2.4GHz or better
- Ability to run Ubuntu 20.04 (can be on virtual machine)
- Webcam
Your Field Education Options
In semester 3, students complete a Work Integrated Project, or qualified students are eligible for co-op. Learn more about how to qualify, apply, and important dates for co-op on the Centre for Arts, Design & Information Technology Experiential Learning page.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
To support Toronto as a leading blockchain hub, George Brown College has partnered with ConsenSys, ChainSafe Systems and other leaders in the industry to develop this program.
Educational Pathways
Alumni Impact
We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.
Courses
Required Courses
This is a three-semester program comprising case studies during which students will be engaged in an increasingly intense and independent basis with material of escalating complexity. Course-oriented delivery supports this learning process.
SEMESTER 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|
| BCDV 4001 | Blockchain Foundations | |
| BCDV 4010 | Smart Contract Development Essentials | |
| BCDV 4028 | Advanced Smart Contract Development | BCDV 4010 |
| BCDV 4029 | Decentralized Governance Framework | BCDV 4001 |
| BCDV 4021 | Front-end Web Development | |
| BCDV 4030 | Blockchain Business Models | BCDV 4001, 4029 |
| BCDV 4022 | Back-end Web Development | BCDV 4021 |
| BCDV 4023 | Full Stack Blockchain Integration< - I/td> | BCDV 4021, 4022 |
| BCDV 4031 | DeFi Fundamentals | BCDV 4001, 2029, 4030 |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|
| BCDV 4019 | Advanced Blockchain Topics | BCDV 4001, 4010, 4029, 4030, 4031 |
| BCDV 4032 | Building Scalable Blockchain Apps | BCDV 4023 |
| BCDV 4025 | Enterprise Blockchain Development | BCDV 4023 |
| BCDV 4033 | DevOps and Blockchain Administration | BCDV 4032 |
| BCDV 4026 | Blockchain Platforms | BCDV 4023 |
| BCDV 4034 | Full Stack Blockchain Integration - II | |
| BCDV 4027 | Capstone Project | |
| COMP 4064 | Career Planning and Portfolio Development |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|
| TCOP 4007 | Co-op Work Placement | |
| BCDV 4015 | Work-Integrated Project |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Communicate essential concepts related to blockchain technology and its industry applications.
- Implement best security practices for blockchain solutions.
- Design cryptoeconomic models to solve business problems.
- Design the architecture of decentralized applications and systems.
- Develop decentralized applications leveraging blockchain technology.
- Explain the legal implications, regulations and industry standards that are relevant to blockchain technology.
- Apply IT project management principles and best practices.
- Contribute to the field and blockchain community through various open-source projects, partnerships and community involvement.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of the program starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2023. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2024 and at later dates.
‡ Semester 3 fees will consist of a flat fee of $500 for co-op placement or for the work-integrated project; fees are to be paid separately, both of which is not included in the total above.
International Students
Visit the International Fees and Related Costs page for more information. This program is available for funding through our partnership with Passage, who provide student loans to qualified international student applicants. To find out more about this opportunity, and if you may qualify, visit our Passage page.
Financial Assistance
This program is eligible for OSAP funding.
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. For more information about financial aid and ways to pay for college, please visit our Financial Aid webpages.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
Two- or three-year diploma or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science or a related field.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English language proficiency is essential. Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit English Proficiency for more details
International Students
Visit the International Admissions page for more information regarding country specific admission requirements.
COURSE EXEMPTIONS
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
International Students
Visit the How to Apply page for more information on how and when to apply.
International students should apply through the George Brown College Online Application System.
Contact Us
School of Computer Technology
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4287
Email: computertechnology@georgebrown.ca
The office hours are:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 9 – 6 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 – 4 p.m.
Program Coordinator: George Petrovic
Email: Djordje.Petrovic@georgebrown.ca
International Students
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry. For more information visit the International Contact Us page
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Visit Our Campus
The Blockchain Development program is offered through our School of Computer Technology from our Casa Loma Campus at 146 Kendal Avenue. Sign up for an information session or campus tour to learn more about George Brown College and the program. You can also explore our virtual tour.
Blockchain Development Program (T175)
Program Description
Leadership Claims
Recognizing the rapid change and digital disruption that blockchain has caused, George Brown College's School of Computer Technology is the first Canadian college to offer a certificate in Blockchain Development.
Program Overview
Based in Toronto, Ontario, and the first of its kind in Canada, this unique Blockchain Development program focuses on the design, development and implementation of decentralized applications that leverage blockchain and other Web3 technologies. As a student in this program, you will acquire a broad range of knowledge and experience while exploring case studies, and working hands-on with the latest industry-standard technology stacks to build portfolio-ready projects that tackle real-world problems. Topics covered within this well-rounded, Full Stack development program include front- and back-end development, centralized and decentralized storage solutions, cryptography, Token Economics, smart contracts, governance models, consensus mechanisms, blockchain architectures, and software development methodologies and best practices.
Full Description
Looking to transition careers or fill in the gaps to gain advanced blockchain development skills?
This unique Blockchain Development program at George Brown College in Toronto focuses on designing and implementing decentralized applications by leveraging blockchain technology. The three-semester program is designed to also thoroughly cover full stack development to give you all the tools you need to succeed in this emerging and exciting field.
This program has been developed with the support of blockchain industry professionals and is taught in a full-time executive format of approximately 20 hours per week of study over a 26-week time period. Co-op and work-integrated learning opportunities are available during the third semester of the program.
The skills you’ll learn include:
- smart contracts
- design patterns for blockchain
- distributed applications (dApps)
- full stack development
- blockchain architecture, security practices, laws and regulations and more
Technology Requirements
This program requires students to have access to a personal computer with the following specifications:
- 8 GB minimum (16 GB RAM recommended0
- 256 GB SSD Hard Drive (500+ GB is optimal)
- Quad-core i5/i7 2.4GHz or better
- Ability to run Ubuntu 20.04 (can be on virtual machine)
- Webcam
Your Field Education Options
In semester 3, students complete a Work Integrated Project, or qualified students are eligible for co-op. Learn more about how to qualify, apply, and important dates for co-op on the Centre for Arts, Design & Information Technology Experiential Learning page.
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Industry
To support Toronto as a leading blockchain hub, George Brown College has partnered with ConsenSys, ChainSafe Systems and other leaders in the industry to develop this program.
Courses
Required Courses
This is a three-semester program comprising case studies during which students will be engaged in an increasingly intense and independent basis with material of escalating complexity. Course-oriented delivery supports this learning process.
PRINTABLE CURRICULUM PLANNER 2022-2023
SEMESTER 1
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| BCDV 1001 | Introduction to Blockchain |
| BCDV 1010 | Smart Contract Development Essentials |
| BCDV 1020 | Practical Blockchain |
| BCDV 1021 | Front-end Web Development |
| BCDV 1022 | Backend Web Development |
| BCDV 1023 | Full Stack Blockchain integration |
| BCDV 1024 | Business and Software Design Patterns |
SEMESTER 2
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| BCDV 1019 | Advanced Blockchain Topics |
| BCDV 1025 | Enterprise Blockchain Development |
| BCDV 1026 | Blockchain Platforms |
| BCDV 1027 | Capstone project |
| BCDV 1018 | Work Term Preparation |
SEMESTER 3
| Code | Course Name |
|---|---|
| TCOP 1006 | Co-op Work Placement |
| OR | |
| BCDV 1015 | Work Integrated Project |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Communicate essential concepts related to blockchain technology and its industry applications.
- Implement best security practices for blockchain solutions.
- Design cryptoeconomic models to solve business problems.
- Design the architecture of decentralized applications and systems.
- Develop decentralized applications leveraging blockchain technology.
- Explain the legal implications, regulations and industry standards that are relevant to blockchain technology.
- Apply IT project management principles and best practices.
- Contribute to the field and blockchain community through various open-source projects, partnerships and community involvement.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
International Tuition
Additional Costs
* Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of the program starting in Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.
** Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of the program starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs semester starting at later dates.
‡ Semester 3 fees will consist of a flat fee of $500.00 for Co-op placement or for the work integrated project, fees are to be paid separately, both of which is not included in the total above.
Financial Assistance
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.
Two- or three-year Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
English language proficiency is essential. Applicants with international transcripts who do not provide English proficiency test results must test at the College level in the George Brown College English assessment to be considered for admission.
Please visit English Proficiency for more details
COURSE EXEMPTIONS
College or university credits may qualify you for course exemptions. Please visit the Transfer Guide for more information.
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
Contact Us
School of Computer Technology
Phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4287
Email: computertechnology@georgebrown.ca
The office hours are:
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Program Coordinator: George Petrovic
Email: Djordje.Petrovic@georgebrown.ca
For more information about George Brown College, you may also call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
Visit Our Campus
The Blockchain Development program is offered through our School of Computer Technology from our Casa Loma Campus at 146 Kendal Avenue. Sign up for an Information Session or Campus Tour to learn more about George Brown College and the program. You can also explore our virtual tour.
