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Engineering, Digital Technology & GIS
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No-cost Online August 25; September 8; October 6; November 17 For more information: uclaextension.edu/FreePMInfo
Technical Management Program
In Person in Westwood September 11–16 For more information, visit uclaextension.edu/ engineering/technical-management
Understanding Blockchain— Seminar Series
No-cost Online September 28; October 26; November 30 For more information: uclaextension.edu/FreeBlockchainSeminars
Budget, Plan, Build: Construction Management Essentials
No-cost Online October 5; November 11 For more information: uclaextension.edu/FreeConstructionInfo
Instructor Spotlight
Robert Mowry
Mr. Mowry has extensive experience in the blockchain technology space. He is currently a partner at the Altcoin Accelerator, a Los Angelesbased blockchain innovation studio. A software developer by profession, he is deeply passionate about blockchain technology in relation to governance, transparency, cybersecurity, coding education, cryptography, crowdfunding, and intellectual property. He has launched several blockchain platforms, delivering a timely perspective on the newest iteration of the internet, Web3. Mr. Mowry received his BA in Urban Studies and Planning from the University of California, San Diego and is currently completing his Financial Technology Master of Engineering degree from the Pratt School of Engineering at Duke University. He is the author of Decentralized Social Media: Delivering Value Creators Deserve. He is also a regular speaker at L.A. Blockchain Summit.
Career Spotlight
What career choices are available in the blockchain space?
Blockchain is a revolutionary technology that is being adopted by numerous organizations across an array of industries, such as banking, supply chain, and venture capital. Individuals with various areas of expertise are needed to devise and support blockchain solutions, including but not limited to: • Blockchain Project Manager • Blockchain Regulatory Consultant • Blockchain Quality Engineer • Blockchain Standardization Representative • Blockchain Journalist • Blockchain Business Consultant • Blockchain Designer
Fields of Study
Engineering Digital Technology Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Engineering, Digital Technology, & GIS
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