General Information about the Course

Course Code:	BGT203
Course Title:	Cryptology
Course Semester:	3. Semester / Fall
Course Credits:	Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS 2 1 3 4
Language of instruction:	TR
Prerequisite of the course:	No
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:	No
Type of course:	Necessary
Level of course:	Associate TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Short Cycle EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree
Course Lecturer(s):	Lecturer Aytek Gücüyener
Course Assistants:

Purpose and content of the course

Course Objectives:	The aim of the cryptology course is to train competent individuals who can produce solutions against security threats by understanding the encryption techniques and algorithms used to securely transmit and protect information.
Course Objective:	The goal of the cryptology course is to enable students to acquire the skills to protect data confidentiality and integrity using encryption algorithms and security protocols.
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) Students learn classical and modern cryptography algorithms, encryption methods and security protocols.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

1) Students gain the ability to develop software that provides secure data transmission using symmetric and asymmetric encryption algorithms.

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

1) Students develop competence in analyzing cryptographic systems, detecting vulnerabilities, and optimizing these systems.

Course Topics

Week	Subject
Related Preparation	Pekiştirme
1)	Introduction to Cryptology and Basic Concepts
2)	lassical Encryption Methods: Caesar Cipher, Vigenère Cipher
3)	Symmetric Encryption: DES, 3DES and AES
4)	Asymmetric Encryption: RSA and Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange
5)	Hash Functions and the SHA Family
6)	Digital Signature and Verification Protocols
7)	Certificates and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
8)	Modern Cryptographic Protocols: TLS/SSL, IPSec
9)	Cryptanalysis: Decryption Techniques and Attack Types
10)	Quantum Cryptography and Future Encryption Methods
11)	Cryptography in Digital Currencies and Blockchain Technology
12)	Mobile and Cryptography in Cloud-Based Systems
13)	Secure Messaging and Email Encryption (PGP, S/MIME)
14)	Current Developments and Future Trends in Cryptology
References: Koç, Ç. K. (2018). Kriptografi mühendisliği: Algoritmalar, uygulamalar ve protokoller. Seçkin Yayıncılık. Arıkan, H. (2019). Kriptoloji ve şifreleme teknikleri: Temeller ve uygulamalar. Nobel Yayınları. Yüksel, H. (2017). Kriptografi ve ağ güvenliği: Şifreleme algoritmaları ve protokoller. Pusula Yayıncılık. Ertaş, B. (2020). Siber güvenlik ve kriptoloji: Teori ve uygulamalar. Kodlab Yayınları. Stallings, W. (2017). Cryptography and network security: Principles and practice (7th ed.). Pearson.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3
Program Outcomes
1) To have in-depth knowledge of information security principles and methods.	1	1	1
2) To have a comprehensive knowledge of cyber security threats and attack types.
3) To have knowledge about cryptography techniques and applications.	3	3	3
4) To have knowledge about information security management systems and standards.	2	2	2
5) To have knowledge about secure software development processes and methods.
6) Ability to analyze and evaluate information security risks.
7) To have practical knowledge on computer networks and communication protocols.
8) Ability to identify and close security vulnerabilities.
9) Ability to work independently and take responsibility in information security projects.
10) Ability to demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills.
11) Ability to adapt to new technologies and security trends.
12) To be able to follow scientific and technological developments in the field.
13) Ability to express and present technical information in an understandable way.
14) Written and verbal communication skills.
15) Collaboration and teamwork skills.
16) To be aware of legal and ethical responsibilities related to information security.
17) Ability to respond to information security incidents and crisis management skills.

Course Teaching, Learning Methods

Q & A
Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management
Laboratory
Quantitative Problem Solving
Fieldwork
Group Study / Assignment
Individual Assignment
WEB-based Learning
Internship
Practice in Field
Project Preparation
Report Writing
Seminar
Supervision
Social Activity
Occupational Activity
Occupational Trip
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.)
Reading
Thesis Preparation
Field Study
Student Club and Council Activities
Other
Logbook
Interview and Oral Conversation
Research
Watching a movie
Bibliography preparation
Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production
Taking photographs
Sketching
Mapping and marking
Reading maps
Copying textures
Creating a library of materials
Presentation

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance		% 0
Laboratory		% 0
Application		% 0
Practice Exam		% 0
Quizzes		% 0
Homework Assignments		% 0
Presentation		% 0
Project		% 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)		% 0
Field Study		% 0
Article Critical		% 0
Article Writing		% 0
Module Group Study		% 0
Brainstorming		% 0
Role Playing + Dramatizing		% 0
Out of Class Study		% 0
Preliminary Work, Reinforcement		% 0
Application Repetition etc.		% 0
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)		% 0
Project Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Report Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting		% 0
Oral examination		% 0
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
Practical Final		% 0
Report Submission		% 0
Bütünleme		% 0
Bütünleme Pratik		% 0
Kanaat Notu		% 0
Committee		% 0
Yazma Ödev Dosyası		% 0
Portfolio		% 0
Take-Home Exam		% 0
Logbook		% 0
Participation		% 0
Discussion		% 0
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Laboratory
Application
Practice Exam
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class
Article Critical
Article Writing
Module Group Study
Brainstorming
Role Playing + Dramatizing
Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.)	14	42
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)
Project Preparation + Presentation
Report Preparation + Presentation
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting
Oral examination
Preparing for Midterm Exams	7	14
MIDTERM EXAM (Visa)	1	1
Preparing for the General Exam	14	21
GENERAL EXAM (Final)	1	1
Participation
Discussion
Portfolio
Take-Home Exam
Logbook
Total Workload		121
ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS )		4