CYDA 410 - Modern Cryptography

    Recent Professors
    Steven L. Bolt, David Kennemer, Nikolas Emile Behar
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    60–65 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Limitation on Enrollment: Special Admission - must be admitted to program.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is a study of the theoretical foundations of cryptosystems used in the real world. Emphasis is placed on common cryptographic objects to get a better understanding of various cryptographic primitives, algorithms, attacks, and protocols. Topics include an introduction to classic cryptography, properties of private key (symmetric) and public key (asymmetric) cryptography, hashing, and digital signature schemes. This course is designed for students in the Cyber Defense and Analysis program.