CS 6830

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CS 6830
Cryptography

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

A rigorous introduction to the theoretical foundations of the cryptography that powers much of the modern world. As this is a theoretical class, the emphasis will be on formal definitions and proofs. E.g., what does it mean to communicate securely? Can I prove that I am who I claim to be without revealing additional information (such as information that allows others to impersonate me)?

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: general ease with algorithms and elementary probability theory, maturity with mathematical proofs (ability to read and write mathematical proofs).

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18743 CS 6830   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR Olin Hall 155
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Stephens-Davidowitz, N

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
    Enrollment is restricted to grad students only. Undergraduates will need to add themselves to the waitlist during add/drop.
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 20102 CS 6830   LEC 002

  •  
    • TR Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Stephens-Davidowitz, N

  • Instruction Mode: Online