Graduate Certificate in Breaking and Making Codes
-- viewing nowThe Graduate Certificate in Breaking and Making Codes is a cutting-edge course designed to equip learners with the essential skills required in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity. This program focuses on cryptanalysis, a critical area of expertise in the industry, where professionals are in high demand.
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• Unit 1: Introduction to Cryptography - Foundational concepts and principles of cryptography, symmetric and asymmetric encryption, cryptographic hash functions, and message authentication codes.
• Unit 2: Mathematics for Cryptography - Number theory, finite fields, groups, rings, and algebraic structures used in cryptography.
• Unit 3: Symmetric Key Algorithms - Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Data Encryption Standard (DES), Triple DES, and other symmetric key algorithms.
• Unit 4: Asymmetric Key Algorithms - RSA, Diffie-Hellman key exchange, elliptic curve cryptography, and other asymmetric key algorithms.
• Unit 5: Cryptographic Hash Functions - MD5, SHA-1, SHA-2, and SHA-3 hash functions and their applications.
• Unit 6: Digital Signatures and Certificates - Digital signature schemes, public key infrastructure, and certificate management.
• Unit 7: Cryptographic Protocols - Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), Transport Layer Security (TLS), and other cryptographic protocols.
• Unit 8: Cryptanalysis and Code Breaking - Cryptanalysis techniques, attacks on cryptographic systems, and methods for breaking codes.
• Unit 9: Emerging Topics in Cryptography - Post-quantum cryptography, homomorphic encryption, and other emerging topics in cryptography.
Note: The above list of units is a suggestion and subject to modification based on the specific requirements and curriculum of the course.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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