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Java Cryptography

In this course, you will learn about the cryptographic functionality provided by the Java JCA Framework. It covers pseudo-random number generators, cryptographic hashing, and key derivation, generators and factories, Symmetric cryptography, cipher modes, and message authentication codes are discussed with examples. Asymmetric cryptography, certificates, key stores, and key agreements are also covered.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
2 - Intermediate
Course Catalog Number
COD 283
Training Purpose
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Online, Self-Paced
  • Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills to:

  • Generate secure encryption keys
  • Explain the role pseudo random number generators (PRNGs), key derivation algorithms, and initialization vectors play in cryptography
  • Select an appropriate symmetric encryption algorithm and modes
  • Identify key concepts of public key cryptography
  • Explain how public and private key pairs work together to encrypt and decrypt data
  • Explain how public and private key pairs work together to create and verify digital signatures
  • Use the Java keytool command-line utility for creating and managing keys and keystores

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

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