CE 340 | Course Introduction and Application Information - Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Course Name

Cryptography and Network Security

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
CE 340	Fall/Spring	3	0	3	5

Prerequisites	None
Course Language	English
Course Type	Elective
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery	-
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	Group Work Problem Solving Lecture / Presentation
National Occupation Classification	-
Course Coordinator	Öğr. Gör. Dr. Görkem Kılınç Soylu
Course Lecturer(s)	Öğr. Gör. Dr. Görkem Kılınç Soylu
Assistant(s)	-

Course Objectives

This course will introduce cryptography theories, algorithms, and systems. It will also consider necessary approaches and techniques to build protection mechanisms in order to secure computer networks

Learning Outcomes

#	Content	PC Sub	* Contribution Level
#	Content	PC Sub	1	2	3	4	5
1	define threats to computer networks and protection mechanisms and methods needed to thwart these threats,
2	describe the theory of the fundamental cryptography, encryption, and decryption algorithms,
3	build simple cryptosystems by applying encryption algorithms with Python,
4	classify secure identity management (authentication), message authentication, and digital signature techniques,
5	practice packet generation and observation tools such as Python/scapy and Wireshark.

Course Description

To introduce literature and terminology used for cryptography and network security; to acquaint students with the major cryptography algorithms, systems, functions, and development techniques applied to network security mechanisms.

Related Sustainable Development Goals

Course Category	Core Courses	X
	Major Area Courses
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Management Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

Week	Subjects	Related Preparation	Learning Outcome
1	Fundamental Concepts	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch1.1 pp. 1-14
2	Cryptographic Concepts	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch1.2 pp. 19-31
3	Symmetric Cryptography	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch2.1 pp. 53-68
4	Public-Key Cryptography	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch2.2 pp. 72-81
5	Cryptographic Hash Functions	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch2.3-Ch2.4 pp. 83-88
6	Digital Signatures	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch2.4-Ch2.5 pp. 89-97
7	Operating Systems Security	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch3 pp. 111-157
8	Malicious Software	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch4 pp. 167-208
9	Network Security	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch5.1-Ch5.2 pp. 215-227
10	Network Security	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch5.3-Ch5.6 pp. 230-256
11	Network Services & Security	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch6 pp. 261-310
12	Browser Security	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch7 pp. 319-372
13	Security Models & Practice	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia – Ch9 pp. 435-474
14	Project Presentations	-
15	Semester Review
16	Final Examination

Course Notes/Textbooks	Introduction to Computer Security - M. T. Goodrich and R. Tamassia, © 2011 \| Pearson Prentice Hall \| ISBN-13: 978-0-321-70201-2, ISBN-10: 0-321-70201-8
Suggested Readings/Materials

Semester Activities	Number	Weigthing	LO 1	LO 2	LO 3	LO 4	LO 5
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	4	10
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
Presentation / Jury
Project	2	30
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exams
Midterm	1	30
Final Exam	1	30
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	7	70
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade	1	30
Total

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	16		0
Study Hours Out of Class	14	3	42
Field Work			0
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	4	2	8
Portfolio			0
Homework / Assignments			0
Presentation / Jury			0
Project	2	10	20
Seminar / Workshop			0
Oral Exam			0
Midterms	1	12	12
Final Exam	1	20	20
		Total	150

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Electrical and Electronics Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.		-	-	-	X	-
2	To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Electrical and Electronics Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.		-	-	-	X	-
3	To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.		-	-	X	-	-
4	To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Electrical and Electronics Engineering applications; uses computer and information technologies effectively.		-	-	-	X	-
5	To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics Engineering research topics.		-	-	-	X	-
6	To be able to work efficiently in Electrical and Electronics Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.		-	-	-	-	-
7	To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.		-	-	X	-	-
8	To have knowledge about global and social impact of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to Electrical and Electronics Engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Electrical and Electronics Engineering solutions.		X	-	-	-	-
9	To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications		X	-	-	-	-
10	To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.		-	-	-	-	-
11	To be able to collect data in the area of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1)		-	-	-	-	-
12	To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.		-	-	-	-	-
13	To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Electrical and Electronics Engineering.		-	-	-	-	-