I. Basic information of the course
Course No.: 201912400327
Name in Chinese: Number theory and cryptography
Category: Specialized elective courses
Start the semester: 6
In-class hours: 36
After-class hours:36 among which 28 class hours are for theoretical teaching, and 8 class hours for research and discussion.
Total Credit(s): 2
Target program: Mathematics and applied mathematics
II. Precedent courses
Advanced algebra
III. Objectives
master the basic theories and methods of number theory such as the theory of division, the theory of congruence and the solution of inequality equations, and master the principles of the Virginia cryptography system, RSA public key cryptography system and other public key cryptography systems;
ability to correctly apply modern mathematical knowledge to solve mathematical problems related to data encryption;
to understand policies, laws and regulations related to social development, environmental protection and sustainable development;
be able to abide by professional ethics and norms, and have legal awareness.