Program Overview

Program Details

The program in question appears to be related to cryptography, specifically a course on encryption methods.

Course Description

The course covers the basics of encryption, including traditional encryption methods and modern public-key encryption methods such as RSA, discrete logarithm, and elliptic curve cryptography. The course also explores the application of number theory in cryptography.

Course Objectives

Upon completing the course, students will:

• Understand the principles of traditional encryption methods
• Understand the operation of public-key encryption methods (RSA, discrete logarithm, elliptic curve cryptography)
• Know the usefulness and applicability of number theory in cryptography

Course Format

The course is offered as online studies, utilizing Moodle materials and stack assignments.

Target Audience

The course is intended for students of the Open University, as well as major and minor subject students.

Assessment

The course is assessed through a final exam or a combination of a final exam and stack assignments.

Teacher

The course is taught by Marko Leinonen.

Grading Scale

The course uses a grading scale of 1-5, with the possibility of failing.

Additional Information

• The course is part of the continuous learning program.
• It falls under the field of natural sciences and the subject of mathematics.
• The course code is 3250, and it is worth 5 credits.
• The course is organized by the University of Oulu.
• The maximum number of participants is 10.
• Recommended prerequisites include courses in algebra, number theory, or matrix calculus.