Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
UNLV-0013
Version:
1
Organization:
University of Louisville
Location:
Online
Length:
45 hours
Minimum Passing Score:
80
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Competency Framework Statement
NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity Cryptography - This Competency Area describes a learner’s capabilities to transform data using cryptographic processes to ensure it can only be read by the person who is authorized to access it. (NF-COM-011)
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to cover topics in cryptography for learners who want to focus on specific topics within cybersecurity.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Cryptography: Understand the goals and principles of cryptography, including secret key primitives, message authentication codes, and key management techniques, to secure communications and data
  • Postquantum Cryptography: Explore quantum computing technologies, differentiate between classical and quantum computing, and implement quantum key distribution algorithms to address data security challenges in the quantum era
  • Digital Forensics: Conduct thorough investigations of data breaches and security incidents by analyzing operating systems, disk structures, and utilizing forensic tools to gather, preserve, and report evidence for legal proceedings

General Topics:

  • Cryptography
  • Post Quantum Cryptology
  • Forensics
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction
  • Course content materials are presented in an interactive text format, via Articulate Rise presentations.

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers
Supplemental Materials
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