NURSING (ENGLISH)
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	Fall	3	0	3	6

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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 :	MEHMET ŞÜKRÜ KURAN
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi 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.

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	4	56
Homework Assignments	6	4	24
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			126

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 plan and assess nursing care within a holistic approach, in accordance with theoretical and evidence-based practices. "
2)	To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in Nursing practices.
3)	To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
4)	To use Nursing models/theories in health promotion, protection and care.
5)	To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.
6)	"To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. "
7)	"To be sensitive to health problems of the community and and to able to offer solutions. "
8)	"To be able to use interpersonal and intercultural communication skills effectively in Nursing pratices. "
9)	"To be able to use healthcare/information technologies in Nursing practice and research. "
10)	To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.
11)	To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.
12)	To take responsibility and lead in events in order to contribute to health services and Nursing profession.