Catalog Description: Fundamental bounds of Shannon theory and their application. Source and channel coding theorems. Galois field theory, algebraic error-correction codes. Private and public-key cryptographic systems.

Units: 3

Prerequisites: 226 recommended, Statistics 200A or equivalent.

Grading Basis: Student Option

Final Exam Status: Yes

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Class Schedule (Spring 2027):
EE 229A – TuTh 09:30-10:59, Cory 521 – Thomas A Courtade

Class Notes
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