INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (TURKISH, NONTHESIS) | |||||
Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
CMP5121 | Network Security and Cryptography | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
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Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. SELÇUK BAKTIR |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Assist. Prof. SELÇUK BAKTIR Assoc. Prof. YÜCEL BATU SALMAN |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | This is an introductory course where fundamental concepts in cryptography and network security are explained. After completing the course, students will get basic understanding about encryption, decryption, stream ciphers, block ciphers, public-key cryptography, digital signatures, hash functions, message authentication codes and key distribution protocols. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Gain knowledge on Symmetric key cryptography, block and stream ciphers, II. Gain knowledge on the AES algorithm, III. Gain knowledge on Public key cryptography and public key algorithms such as RSA, Diffie-Hellman, Elgamal and elliptic curve cryptography, IV. Gain knowledge on digital Signatures, V. Gain knowledge on hash functions, VI. Gain knowledge on key exchange protocols. |
Introduction and Review of Basics. Stream Ciphers. Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). Block Cipher Modes of Operation. Public-key Cryptography. The RSA Algorithm. Digital Signatures. Hash Functions. Message Authentication Codes. Discrete Logarithm Problem. Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange and ElGamal Encryption. Elliptic Curve Cryptography. Key Establishment Protocols. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction and review of basics. | |
2) | Stream Ciphers. | |
3) | Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). | |
4) | Block Cipher Modes of Operation. | |
5) | Public key cryptography. | |
6) | RSA algorithm. | |
7) | Midterm exam. | |
8) | Digital signatures. | |
9) | Hash functions. | |
10) | Message Authentication Codes. | |
11) | Discrete Logarithm Problem. | |
12) | Diffie-Hellman key exchange and ElGamal encryption. | |
13) | Elliptic curve cryptography. | |
14) | Key establishment protocols. |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Understanding Cryptography, Christof Paar and Jan Pelzl, Springer 2010. |
References: |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 0 |
Homework Assignments | 4 | % 20 |
Presentation | 1 | % 10 |
Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 5 | 70 |
Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 3 | 6 |
Homework Assignments | 4 | 8 | 32 |
Midterms | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Final | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Total Workload | 190 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Follows the scientific literature in the field of Information Technology, critically analyzes it, and effectively utilizes it in solving complex IT problems. | |
2) | Designs, plans, implements, and manages original projects related to the field of Information Technology. | |
3) | Conducts independent studies in the field of Information Technology, assumes scientific responsibility, and evaluates the findings with a critical perspective. | |
4) | Presents the outcomes of research and projects effectively in written, oral, and visual forms, in accordance with academic and professional standards. | |
5) | Conducts independent research on specialized topics within the field, develops innovative and original ideas, and translates this knowledge into practice and technology. | |
6) | Effectively applies advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills specific to the field of Information Technology; analyzes and develops current software, hardware, and system solutions. | |
7) | Acts in accordance with professional, scientific, and ethical principles; takes responsibility by considering the societal, environmental, and ethical impacts of IT applications. |