WLD 165 - Cryptology, Privacy, & Leadership

Institution:

Franklin College - Indiana

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Course Description: This course is an introduction to cryptology, the science of making and breaking secret codes, and how cryptology and data privacy apply to decision-making, public policy, and personal liberties. Students will learn about classical cipher systems and how they have been used in military and government throughout history, from steganography used by the ancient Greeks to the breaking of the Nazi Enigma cipher in World War II. The course will also examine modern computer-based cipher systems and their role in recent issues in e-commerce, the military, law enforcement, and homeland security. Leadership will be integrated into the course by examining decisions which require trade-offs, between security and personal liberty. Pre-requisites: None. Additional Fees: None Instructor: Robert Talbert

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.franklincollege.edu

Phone Number:

(317) 738-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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