Spring 2021
COMPSCI 161 001 - LEC 001
Computer Security
Nicholas C Weaver
Jan 19, 2021 - May 07, 2021
Tu, Th
06:30 pm - 07:59 pm
Internet/Online
Class #:32544
Units: 4
Instruction Mode:
Pending Review
Time Conflict Enrollment Allowed
Offered through
Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
-8
Enrolled: 458
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 450
Waitlist Max: 0
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
1 hours of the exchange of opinions or questions on course material per week, 3 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week, and 8 hours of outside work hours per week.
Final Exam
FRI, MAY 14TH
11:30 am - 02:30 pm
Other classes by Nicholas C Weaver
Course Catalog Description
Introduction to computer security. Cryptography, including encryption, authentication, hash functions, cryptographic protocols, and applications. Operating system security, access control. Network security, firewalls, viruses, and worms. Software security, defensive programming, and language-based security. Case studies from real-world systems.
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
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