•   Cryptology 5051156-3006 10.01.2023-30.04.2023  5 credits  (VAVA2223, ...) +-
    Competence objectives of study unit
    After completing the course the student:
    is familiar with the basic concepts and principles of cryptology
    understands some mathematical backgrounds of cryptography
    knows how symmetric and asymmetric ciphers function
    can explain the workings of some cryptographic applications
    Prerequisites
    Basics of Mathematical Analysis, Number Theory and Algorithmics
    Content of study unit
    • basic concepts and principles of cryptology

    • mathematical backgrounds of cryptography

    • symmetric and asymmetric ciphers

    • some up to date cryptographic applications

    Teacher(s) in charge

    Paula Steinby

    Learning material

    Understanding Cryptography by C. Paar and J. Pelz (Springer, 2010). Available in the library. Some chapters are available for free online.
    Various internet sources, links & descriptions are provided in Itslearning.

    Learning methods

    Classroom activities, group work and independent work; project work, task-based (homework).

    Objects, timing and methods of assessment

    Classroom activities + homework 50 %.
    Project report and presentation 20 %.
    Final exam 30 %. A written exam (1,5 hrs) on specified material.

    You need to achieve 40 % of total points and 40 % of the final exam points to pass the course.

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    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    10.01.2023 - 30.04.2023

    Enrollment date range

    01.12.2022 - 19.01.2023

    Group(s)
    • VAVA2223
    • PTIVIS21
    • PINFOS21
    Seats

    20 - 40

    Responsible unit

    Engineering and Business

    Additional information

    Timetables in lukkari.turkuamk.fi.
    Other practical information & materials in Itslearning.

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Information and Communication Technology

    Campus

    Kupittaa Campus

    Assessment scale

    H-5

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    -

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    TBA

    Pedagogic approaches

    The contents of the course give understanding of the basic cryptographic tools and devices which are essential in the operating environment of an ICT engineer, such as all electronic and wireless communications, e-commerce applications etc.
    Students will team up for a project work on some current and relevant aspect of cryptology. The teams will share their work to the whole group, which gives everyone a broader understanding on the topic.
    Task-based assessment supports learning and is continuous throughout the course. Studying in an international group develops students’ ability to intercultural communication and multicultural collaboration.

    Student's schedule and workload

    Classroom activities participation
    Homework
    Project work
    Final exam

    Content scheduling

    • basic concepts and principles of cryptology
    • mathematical backgrounds of cryptography
    • symmetric and asymmetric ciphers
    • some up to date cryptographic applications

    January – April 2023.