HUK 523 Blockchain and Smart ContractsMEF UniversityDegree Programs Private Law (YL) (Non-Thesis)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Private Law (YL) (Non-Thesis)
Master Length of the Programme: 1.5 Number of Credits: 90 TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF: Level 7

ECTS Course Information Package

School/Faculty/Institute Graduate School
Course Code HUK 523
Course Title in English Blockchain and Smart Contracts
Course Title in Turkish Blokzincir ve Akıllı Sözleşmeler
Language of Instruction TR
Type of Course Lecture
Level of Course Advanced
Semester Spring,Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 2 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 138 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Registration Restrictions Master's and PhD Students
Overall Educational Objective To learn about the technical and legal aspects of blockchain and smart contracts, and how to evaluate them within the framework of the current legal system
Course Description Smart contracts are digital structures that ensure the performance of certain obligations automatically. Such structures may consist of various content. The distinctive nature of blockchain technology has contributed greatly to the development and security of smart contracts. This course aims to discuss the operation of such digital structures and analyze if the current legislation applies to such structures and how they may be applied, specifically in relation to validity, termination, performance and non-performance of smart contracts, as well as compliance with data protection regulations. Problems that may arise in relation to the above issues will be analyzed in depth within the course.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) Knows the basic characteristics of blockchain and smart contracts, and is able to assess their legal qualifications.
2) Understands the current debates in the doctrine on blockchain and smart contracts, formulates and expresses their own views.
3) Follows judicial decisions on blockchain and smart contracts.
4) Follows the developments in comparative law regarding blockchain and smart contracts.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4
1) An advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of private law in general.
2) An advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of private law specifically on the rules and principles governing contractual dealings, equitable doctrines, civil wrongs and private law remedies.
3) An advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of private law specifically on current debates on the nature, basis and potential reform of private law doctrines
4) Expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills to independently analyse, critically reflect on and synthesise complex information, concepts and theories in the field of private law.
5) Expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills to independently research and apply such information, concepts and theories to the relevant body of knowledge and practice.
6) Expert, specialised cognitive and technical to independently interpret and transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
7) Knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, expert judgment, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner and learner in the field of private law.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) An advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of private law in general. S HW,Presentation
2) An advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of private law specifically on the rules and principles governing contractual dealings, equitable doctrines, civil wrongs and private law remedies. H HW,Presentation
3) An advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of private law specifically on current debates on the nature, basis and potential reform of private law doctrines H HW
4) Expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills to independently analyse, critically reflect on and synthesise complex information, concepts and theories in the field of private law. H HW,Presentation
5) Expert, specialised cognitive and technical skills to independently research and apply such information, concepts and theories to the relevant body of knowledge and practice. S HW
6) Expert, specialised cognitive and technical to independently interpret and transmit knowledge, skills and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences. N
7) Knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, expert judgment, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner and learner in the field of private law. S HW
Prepared by and Date KADİR BERK KAPANCI , February 2024
Course Coordinator AKTS1
Semester Spring,Fall
Name of Instructor Prof. Dr. KADİR BERK KAPANCI

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Blockchain and smart contract concepts, legal qualifications
2) The concept of a crypto-asset, its legal nature and applicable rules
3) Formation of smart contracts
4) Forming formal contracts with a smart contract
5) Smart contracts and general terms and conditions
6) Absolute nullity in smart contracts
7) Grounds for avoidance in smart contracts (mistake, fraud, threat etc)
8) Hardship and adaptation in Smart Contracts
9) Performance of smart contracts
10) Impossibility of performance in smart contracts
11) Default in smart contracts
12) Bad performance in smart contracts
13) Blockchain and the right to be forgotten
14) Presentation
15) Submission of the written assignments
16) Submission of the written assignments
Required/Recommended Readings- Elif Küzeci, Kişisel Verilerin Korunması, Turhan (latest edition). - Eylem Aksoy / Osman Gazi Güçlütürk (Eds.), Gelişen Teknolojiler ve Hukuk I: Blokzincir, Oniki Levha, İstanbul (latest edition). - Mesut Çekin, “Borçlar Hukuku ile Veri Koruma Hukuku Açısından Blockchain Teknolojisi ve Akıllı Sözleşmeler: Hukuk Düzenimizde Bir Paradigma Değişimine Gerek Var Mı?”, İÜHFM, 77/1, s. 315-341. - Mesut Çekin, Avrupa Birliği Hukukuyla Mukayeseli Olarak 6698 Sayılı Kanun Çerçevesinde, Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Hukuku, Oniki Levha, İstanbul (latest edition). - Murat Develioğlu, 6698 sayılı Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Kanunu ile Karşılaştırmalı Olarak Avrupa Birliği Genel Veri Koruma Tüzüğü Uyarınca Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Hukuku, Oniki Levha, (latest edition). - Nafiye Yücedağ: "Kişisel verilerin korunması kanunu kapsamında genel ilkeler", KVK Dergisi, C. 1, S. 1, s. 47 vd. - Nafiye Yücedağ: "Medeni Hukuk Açısından Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Kanunu'nun Uygulama Alanı ve Genel Hukuka Uygunluk Sebepleri", İÜHFM, C. LXXV, S.2, s. 765 vd. - Pınar Çağlayan Aksoy, Akıllı Sözleşmelerin Kuruluşu ve Geçerlilik Şartları,Oniki Levha,(latest edition). - Doğa Ekrem Doğancı, Blokzincirine Dayalı Akıllı Sözleşmelerin Hukuki Nitelikleri, Kuruluşu, Yorumu, İfası ve Bazı Örnek Hukuki Uygulamalar, On İki Levha (latest edition).
Teaching MethodsLecture, preparation of a seminar paper and presentation
Homework and ProjectsA seminar paper will be prepared as final examination (60%) and the paper prepared will be presented (40%). If assignments are not submitted on time and presentation obligations are not fulfilled without an excuse, the student will not be evaluated. In cases where a disciplinary investigation is required, the YÖK Student Disciplinary Regulations will be applied.
Laboratory Work
Computer Use
Other Activities
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Presentation 1 % 40
Final Examination 1 % 60
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration kapancib@mef.edu.tr

kapancib@mef.edu.tr

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 2 2 2 84
Presentations / Seminar 1 20 2 1 23
Homework Assignments 1 28 1 2 31
Total Workload 138
Total Workload/25 5.5
ECTS 6