Istanbul Health and Technology University INFORMATION PACKAGE / COURSE CATALOGUE
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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course General Introduction Information
| Course Code: | UEC220 | ||||
| Course Name: | Economics in the Web3 Era: Navigating Decentralization, Blockchain, and the Metaverse | ||||
| Course Semester: | Spring | ||||
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| Language of instruction: | TR | ||||
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| Does the Course Require Work Experience?: | No | ||||
| Type of course: | University Ellective | ||||
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| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face | ||||
| Course Coordinator : | Dr.Öğr.Üyesi KORAY ALTINTAŞ | ||||
| Course Lecturer(s): | Koray Altıntaş | ||||
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Course Purpose and Content
| Course Objectives: | Economics in the Web3 Era: Navigating Decentralization, Blockchain, and the Metaverse is an introductory course aims to provide participants with a profound understanding of the evolving economic landscape within the Web3 paradigm. Students will gain fundamental knowledge and skills essential for navigating the transformative forces of decentralization, blockchain technology, and the metaverse. Participants will explore the core principles of decentralization, gaining insights into how it reshapes traditional economic structures. By the end of the course, participants will not only grasp the theoretical underpinnings of Web3 economics but will also be well-prepared to navigate and contribute to the dynamic landscape of decentralized, blockchain-based economies. |
| Course Content: | - Unraveling Blockchain: The Principals and key elements - The Dynamics of Money: From Physical to Digital - Money Unchained: Rise of Cryptocurrencies - Decentralized Wonderland: Exploring DApps, Smart Contracts, and NFTs - Beyond Reality: Navigating the Metaverse, Game Finance, and DAOs - Economics in the Web3 Renaissance: Navigating the Evolution from Web1.0 to Web3.0 |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Understand the core principles and key elements of blockchain technology. Analyze the impact of blockchain on traditional systems and industries. Evaluate the security features inherent in blockchain architecture 2) Trace the historical dynamics of money from physical to digital forms. Examine the economic implications of the transition from physical to digital currencies. Assess the role of central banks in the digitization of money. Understand the concepts of inflation and deflation. 3) Explore the origins and key concepts behind the emergence of cryptocurrencies. Analyze the economic and social implications of a decentralized monetary system. Evaluate the challenges and opportunities posed by the rise of cryptocurrencies. Understand the concept of store of value. 4) Define and differentiate decentralized applications (DApps), smart contracts, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Explore use cases for DApps and smart contracts in various industries. Understand the unique characteristics and applications of NFTs in the digital economy. Define the concept of the metaverse and its components. 5) Explore the integration of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in the metaverse. Analyze the intersection of game finance and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) in the metaverse. Define what WEB 1.0 and WEB 2.0. are. Explain what WEB 3.0 can be. Describe the economic dynamics of WEB 3.0 |
Course Flow Plan
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction | |
| 2) | Core Properties and Working Principals of Blockchain; Peer-to-Peer Systems; Record Keeping with Blockchain | |
| 3) | Introduction to the Concept of Money; Value of Money; Creation of Money; Digitalization of Money | |
| 4) | Cryptocurrencies; Cryptography; Bitcoin; Concencus Mechanisms; Mining Economies; Halving Effect | |
| 5) | The concept of Decentralized Applications; Features and Capabilities of Smart Contracts; Unique Properties of NFTs; | |
| 6) | Introduction to Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality; The Concept of Metaverse; Metaverse Economics; Game Finance and DAOs | |
| 7) | Characteristics of Web 1.0; Characteristics of Web 2.0; Characteristics of Web 3.0; Economics Dynamics of Web 3.0 era; Virtual Economics Triggers | |
| 8) | Midterm | |
| 9) | Presentations & Reports | |
| 10) | Presentations & Reports | |
| 11) | Presentations & Reports | |
| 12) | Presentations & Reports | |
| 13) | Presentations & Reports | |
| 14) | Presentations & Reports |
Sources
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Course - Learning Outcome Relationship
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Medium | 3 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Research and Critical Thinking Skills: The ability to access information, evaluate it, record it, apply it, use it to express abstract ideas, evaluate opposing views, and test it with criteria and standards such as reaching well-questioned conclusions | |
| 2) | Graphic Expression Skill: Ability to formally express each stage of the programming and design process using a variety of techniques, including two and three-dimensional hand drawings and computer technologies, to make appropriate presentations | |
| 3) | Legal Responsibilities, Ethical and Professional Provisions: To understand the legal responsibilities of the architect in matters affecting design such as property rights, zoning and settlement regulations, user rights for public health, safety and welfare | |
| 4) | Having Knowledge About World Architectural History: Understanding the rules of world and local architecture in architecture, landscape and urban design, and the climatic, technological, socio-economic, cultural factors and effects of historical heritage that shape and sustain these | |
| 5) | Environmental Systems and Sustainable Design: To understand the basic principles in the design of environmental systems and to be able to protect artificial resources and create healthy buildings and settlements in architectural and urban design decisions of sustainability | |
| 6) | Formal Composition and Design Skills: Understanding the formation, development and applications of visual perception and arrangement systems in architectural and urban design and the ability to apply basic architectural principles at the level of building, interior and settlement design | |
| 7) | Load-bearing Systems: Understanding the principles of behavior of structures standing with vertical and lateral forces and the development and applications of contemporary load-bearing systems | |
| 8) | Building Materials and Applications: Understanding the principles and standards regarding the production, use and applications of building materials and components | |
| 9) | Construction Management and Application Skills: Understanding the basic principles of office organization, business planning, marketing, financial management, project management, risk reduction and leadership, and the issues of globalization, expanding application area and diversity that affect the profession |
Learning Activity and Teaching Methods
| Anlatım | |
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| Grup çalışması ve ödevi | |
| Rapor Yazma |
Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria
| Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama) | |
| Sunum |
Assessment & Grading
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 20 |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| total | % 100 | |
İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması
| Activities | Number of Activities | Aktiviteye Hazırlık | Aktivitede Harçanan Süre | Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre | Workload | ||
| Course Hours | 7 | 2 | 14 | ||||
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 2 | 28 | ||||
| Presentations / Seminar | 6 | 2 | 12 | ||||
| Total Workload | 54 | ||||||