MATH 211 Discrete Mathematics Through Cryptography

This course will cover the main topics of MATH 210 Discrete Mathematics (logic, proofs, functions, sets, modular arithmetic, basic combinatorics, etc.), but through the lens of cryptography.  The topics will be presented under the umbrella of learning about cryptography.  We will cover topics such as affine ciphers, Enigma, RSA encryption, elliptic curve cryptography, etc.

Credits

4 units

Core Requirements Met

• Mathematics/Science