Cognitive Science 0244 - Privacy in the Internet Age

This course will examine the ways in which current technology facilitates and even encourages the collection of information on individuals, the ways in which that information can be used, pros and cons of such tendencies, and a variety of techniques to either expand or restrict the sharing and collection of data. The course will both deal with the mathematical foundations of these techniques and its social implications. No previous computer experience is required for the course. Successful students will gain knowledge on how data is collected during online activities, what that data can be used for, and how that data collection can be made easier or harder. Successful students will be exposed to cryptography theory, secure network, issues around big data, and recent advanced in computing a they relate to these issues (such as quantum computing, for example).

Mind, Brain, and Information Quantitative Skills In this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, research.