CS 390 - Introduction to Cryptography

5 CR

This course is an introduction to the basic theory and practice of cryptographic techniques used in computer systems. Students will learn about common cryptographic objects to get a better understanding of various cryptographic primitives, algorithms, attacks, and learn about mathematical frameworks for formalizing security goals and developing provably secure solutions.

Prerequisite(s): CS 300 with a C or better and admission to Computer Science BS program, or instructor’s permission.

Course Outcomes

Use cryptographic primitives and describe their basic properties.
Illustrate how to measure entropy and how to generate cryptographic randomness
Apply appropriate known cryptographic techniques for a given scenario
Describe quantum cryptography and the impact of quantum computing on cryptographic algorithms
Describe real-world applications of cryptographic primitives and protocols
Explain how key exchange protocols work and how they fail
Use public-key primitives and their applications

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