University Catalog 2014-2015

University of Colorado Boulder

CSCI-6268 (3) Foundations of Computer and Network Security

Studies methods to protect information, and the ability to process and move information, from theft, misuse, tampering, destruction, and unauthorized access. Introduces foundational topics of computer and network security, including security models, cryptopgraphy, and authentication protocols. Same as TLEN 5550. Prerequisites: Requires prerequisite course of CSCI 5273 (minimum grade D-). Restricted to graduate students only.