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Cryptology ,Certificate

Cryptology, Certificate

Academic programs / Undergraduate minors and certificates / Cryptology

Ciphers, Codes, Encryption, analysis, math, numbers, theory

Cryptology is necessary everywhere in today's technological world. Want to learn how to protect personal, financial and sensitive public-sector information through encryption? Prepare for a career in national security, communication systems, electronic banking, internet commerce and just about any field that requires securing data.
Description ▲

Cryptology is the art and science of making and breaking codes and ciphers. The certificate program in cryptology is designed to provide a strong foundation in the mathematical topics that are most applicable to modern cryptosystems. Students also gain specialized knowledge required for understanding and working in the field of mathematical cryptology.

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Curriculum ▲
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Requirement Minimum Grade Credit Hours
This certificate requires 18 upper division credit hours. A grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better is required for all courses.
Required Courses
MAT 440 Group Theory or MAT 444 Intermediate Abstract Algebra
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
MAT 445 Theory of Numbers
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
MAT 447 Cryptography I
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
MAT 448 Cryptography II
3 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 3
Elective Courses (choose two)
Students may substitute an approved cryptography-related internship for 3 credit hours of elective coursework.
6 Credit Hours
Minimum Grade:C
 C 6
Notes
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.

Enrollment requirements ▲

This program has additional admission requirements; students should see a college advisor for details. Applicants should be in good academic standing with a "B" or better (scale is 4.00 = "A") in MAT 300 Mathematical Structures, or equivalent.

A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Program learning outcomes▲

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:

  • Apply appropriate concepts from their elective courses in the certificate to cryptology.
  • Analyze security of contemporary cryptosystems using results from theoretical mathematics.
Career opportunities▲

A certificate in cryptology offers graduates a wide variety of career possibilities. Some pursuing this certificate are interested in working in government, business, financial and medical settings and in educational industries. These areas require individuals with the skill sets to secure data, and graduates of this program have developed these skills.
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