PSYCHOLOGY
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
CMP4321	Introduction to Network Security and Cryptography	Spring	3	0	3	6

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. ECE GELAL SOYAK
Course Lecturer(s):	Assist. Prof. SELÇUK BAKTIR
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.

Learning Outcomes

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.

Course Content

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.

The teaching methods of the course are as follows:
- Narration
- Individual Study
- Reading
- Problem Solving
- Application

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

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.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Understanding Cryptography, Christof Paar and Jan Pelzl, Springer 2010.
References:

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	14	% 0
Homework Assignments	6	% 20
Presentation	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	5	70
Homework Assignments	6	4	24
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			140

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To develop an interest in the human mind and behavior, to be able to evaluate theories using empirical findings, to understand that psychology is an evidence-based science by acquiring critical thinking skills.	1
2)	To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on human behavior. To understand the biological, psychological, and social variables of behavior.	1
3)	To learn the basic concepts in psychology and the theoretical and practical approaches used to study them (e.g. basic observation and interview techniques).	1
4)	To acquire the methods and skills to access and write information using English as the dominant language in the psychological literature, to recognize and apply scientific research and data evaluation techniques (e.g. correlational, experimental, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, case studies).	1
5)	To be against discrimination and prejudice; to have ethical concerns while working in research and practice areas.	2
6)	To recognize the main subfields of psychology (experimental, developmental, clinical, cognitive, social and industrial/organizational psychology) and their related fields of study and specialization.	1
7)	To acquire the skills necessary for analyzing, interpreting and presenting the findings as well as problem posing, hypothesizing and data collection, which are the basic elements of scientific studies.	2
8)	To gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary for psychological assessment and evaluation.	1
9)	To acquire basic knowledge of other disciplines (medicine, genetics, biology, economics, sociology, political science, communication, philosophy, anthropology, literature, law, art, etc.) that will contribute to psychology and to use this knowledge in the understanding and interpretation of psychological processes.	5
10)	To develop sensitivity towards social problems; to take responsibility in activities that benefit the field of psychology and society.	1
11)	To have problem solving skills and to be able to develop the necessary analytical approaches for this.	3
12)	To be able to criticize any subject in business and academic life and to be able to express their thoughts.	2