Cryptographic Engineering. 3 credits

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Discusses efficient implementations of cryptographic algorithms and protocols in hardware and software, ranging from high-performance to low-power, as well as resistance to side-channel and fault attacks. Covers code breaking algorithms and practical implementations of side-channel attacks. Introduces research techniques. Requires semester-long project devoted to study of a cryptographic engineering problem, including a comprehensive literature review, problem definition, and research plan. Notes: Course will be partially lecture style, partially seminar. Students will give hour long, in depth presentations on their research topics. Offered by Electrical & Comp. Engineering . May not be repeated for credit.