Day 1: Introduction to Blockchain and Smart Contracts

• Blockchain concept and how it works

• Types of blockchain networks (public, private, hybrid)

• Smart contracts concept

• Differences between traditional and smart contracts

• Opportunities and challenges of blockchain in engineering projects

Day 2: Technical Architecture of Smart Contracts

• Smart contract components and execution mechanism

• Smart contract development languages and tools

• Integrating smart contracts with external data (Oracles)

• Smart contract security and technical risk management

• Governance and operation of blockchain platforms

Day 3: Blockchain Applications in Engineering Projects

• Contract and claims management using blockchain

• Smart payments and progress certifications

• Supply chain and material tracking

• Change order and variation documentation

• Integration with BIM and project management systems

Day 4: Legal and Regulatory Considerations

• Legal framework for smart contracts

• Enforceability and dispute resolution

• Compliance, privacy, and data protection

• Contractual risk management in smart contracts

• Global case studies of smart contract applications

Day 5: Practical Implementation and Future Outlook

• Designing a smart contract model for an engineering project

• Roadmap for blockchain adoption in engineering organizations

• Measuring return on investment (ROI)

• Organizational challenges and change management

• Workshop: Developing a smart contract use case for an engineering project