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CS 574 - Computer Security

CS 574: Computer Security (3 units) at San Diego State University. 2 sections offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Prerequisites: CS 480 and MATH 245. Counts toward Artificial Intelligence and Technology, M.S. (2026-27), Computer Science, B.S. (2026-27).

3 units
  • Computer Systems
  • Other Elective Courses
  • Areas of Study
  • Computer Systems
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (unknown)
Principles of computer security and application of principles to operating systems, database systems, and computer networks. Topics include encryption techniques, access controls, and information flow controls.
Prerequisites
CS 480 and MATH 245.
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Grading
LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC
Repeatable
Maximum 3 units.

2 sections in Spring 2027

Class #9106· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NCNot in the latest import - check the official portal
80 of 80 seats open
Tue, Thu 5:30 PM-6:45 PM · HT 183
Class #10345· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NCNot in the latest import - check the official portal
119 of 119 seats open
Wed 7:00 PM-9:40 PM · PG 242

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