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CISC *7226X Information and Computation 37½ hours plus conference and independent work; 3 credits Introduction to Shannon's information theory. Data compression algorithms: Huffman, dictionary, and predictive approaches. Techniques for different data formats. Information theory and cryptology: theoretical limits. Basic concepts of cryptology. Classic cryptography and cryptanalysis. Modern cryptographic algorithms. Information and the information environment. Prerequisite: Computer and Information Science 7200X [714X] or an undergraduate course in analysis of algorithms; and Mathematics 6652X [652X] or a course in probability. DISCLAIMER The City University reserves the right, because of changing conditions, to make modifications of any nature in academic programs and requirements of the university and its constituent colleges without advanced notice. Students are advised to consult regularly with college and department counselors concerning their programs of study. Access the college's current and recent course bulletins.
37½ hours plus conference and independent work; 3 credits
Introduction to Shannon's information theory. Data compression algorithms: Huffman, dictionary, and predictive approaches. Techniques for different data formats. Information theory and cryptology: theoretical limits. Basic concepts of cryptology. Classic cryptography and cryptanalysis. Modern cryptographic algorithms. Information and the information environment.
Prerequisite: Computer and Information Science 7200X [714X] or an undergraduate course in analysis of algorithms; and Mathematics 6652X [652X] or a course in probability.
The City University reserves the right, because of changing conditions, to make modifications of any nature in academic programs and requirements of the university and its constituent colleges without advanced notice. Students are advised to consult regularly with college and department counselors concerning their programs of study.
Access the college's current and recent course bulletins.
