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ECE5050 - Cryptography - 3 - Credits

Course Prefix

ECE

Course Number

5050

Dual-Listed Courses

-

Course Title

Cryptography

Grade Mode

Standard Letter

Repeat Status

NR

Course Description

Students learn classical and modern secret codes. Classical cryptography includes Viginere and substitution ciphers and cryptanalysis. Students learn number theory for RSA and AES, hashing and cryptographic protocols, block chain and digital cash, and quantum-based approaches. Additional coursework is required for those enrolled in the graduate-level course.

Credit Hours Min

3

Registration Restrictions

Admission to a USU major

Other Enrollment Recommendations

An introductory course in probability will be helpful.