CS 4830

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CS 4830
Introduction to Cryptography

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

A rigorous introduction to the theoretical foundations of the cryptography that powers much of the modern world. Topics include one-way functions, secret-key encryption, zero-knowledge proofs, signatures, public-key encryption etc. As this is a theoretical class, the emphasis will be on formal definitions and proofs.


Distribution Requirements (SMR-AS)

Last 3 terms offered 2024FA, 2023SP, 2022SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CS 5830, CS 6830

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  8767 CS 4830   LEC 001

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    • TR
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025

    • Stephens-Davidowitz, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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