CSCI-A 542: Technical Foundations of Cybersecurity
Spring 2025


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Course Information

Instructor Apu Kapadia
Email alias: kapadia
Office Hours: Wed 11:30am-12:15pm
Textbook GT (Required): Introduction to Computer Security,
by Goodrich and Tamassia.
Prerequisites Required
A541: Computing and Technology Bootcamp

Course Description

This course will enable students to build a technical foundation in cybersecurity by introducing concepts in secure systems design, cryptography, operating systems security, software security, and computer network security. The course will focus on developing a theoretical understanding of cybersecurity concepts and the ability to apply these concepts in practice.