- Overview
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- What You’ll Learn
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Overview
This 3-course program provides a deep dive into the principles and applications of cryptography in the healthcare industry. Delivered virtually and asynchronously, the program combines in-depth knowledge, hands-on experience, and expert guidance to address cybersecurity challenges specific to healthcare organizations.
Who Should Register
This program is ideal for:
- IT professionals in the healthcare sector seeking to specialize in cryptography.
- Individuals interested in advanced cybersecurity techniques, including quantum cryptography.
- Professionals aiming to enhance security protocols and data protection measures in healthcare.
Why Choose Louisville
Founded in 1798, the University of Louisville is a prestigious Research 1 and Community Engaged university. With a commitment to innovation, student success, and community connections, UofL offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Students in this program benefit from world-class faculty and cutting-edge education designed to shape the future of logistics and beyond.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Curriculum Details
Sample courses include:
Cryptography
This module provides an overview of the cryptography field and its related applications. The statistical properties of digital data types such as text, image, and sound are introduced. Basic cryptographic substitution and permutation methods are discussed together with simple software tools. This module presents introduction to symmetric key and public key standards such as Data Encryption Standard (DES), Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), RSA Public-key Cryptosystem, and ElGamal Public-key Cryptosystem. Applications such as data encryption, message authentication, and digital signature are included. Concepts are reinforced with many programming laboratory-exercises throughout the course.
Post Quantum Cryptography
This module covers the foundational principles and techniques of quantum technology, including topics such as basic quantum mechanics; quantum information theory and quantum algorithms such as Grover’s search and Shor’s factoring; quantum error-correcting codes; and quantum computing applications such as quantum encryption and quantum key distribution. We will explore and discuss real world scenarios related to the understanding of quantum technologies, the participants will understand the opportunities and challenges presented by quantum technology and will have a hands-on experience with quantum computers and algorithms using IBM Q Experience quantum devices.
Digital Forensics
This module covers the fundamentals of digital forensics. Topics will include historical issues, key concepts, and tools and techniques of the trade. In addition, reporting methods will be discussed. Various open-source tools will be used in the lab portion of the module.
What You'll Learn
- Fundamental knowledge of IBM Quantum Composer.
- Proficiency in Octave/Matlab for cryptographic applications.
- Understanding and application of Quantum Key Distribution policies.
- Advanced cryptographic techniques, including symmetric and public-key standards.
- Digital forensic skills for analyzing and securing digital environments.
Benefits
Graduates of this program will be prepared for roles such as:
- Cryptography Specialist in Healthcare
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Quantum Security Consultant
- Cybersecurity Engineer
Industries include healthcare IT, cybersecurity firms, and government sectors focused on data security.
Program Details:
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Certificate
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Online
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Instructor Led
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3 courses
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12 weeks
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10 hours a week