Module: Practical Cryptography

In this module, students will gain a hands-on understanding of practical cryptographic applications and their correct implementations in information systems. This will include an understanding of symmetric and asymmetric cryptography and hash functions.

LO1 Critically evaluate a range of real-world cryptographic algorithms with respect to their security and efficiency.
LO2 Appraise the application of cryptographic algorithms as solutions in real-world systems.
LO3 Design and deploy cryptography as an imbedded feature in information communication and access procedures.
LO4 Assess the pitfalls and limitations in security software and develop an ability to use available documentation and best practice guidelines to overcome these
barriers.
LO5 Communicate cryptographic analysis and design outcomes to a wider audience of peers through presentation to a professional standard.

Requirements: This course is ideal for ICT professionals or graduates with an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM) who wish to develop a career as a cybersecurity professional in a technical role. This is a highly technical course requiring basic networking knowledge to ensure success. Candidates who do not hold a computing degree and are currently working in the IT sector may be considered based on relevant academic qualifications or extensive work experience.  

Course Contact: Dr Hazel Murray: Hazel.murray@mtu.ie