Aims and Fit of Module

To introduce the coding theorem and various types of channel coding for communication system;

To provide the knowledge of fundamental cryptography, and techniques for encryption.

Learning outcomes

A.	Identify and explain the importance of source coding and channel coding in a communication link; 


B.	Elaborate on coding theorem and its significance; 


C.	Design source coding schemes for data compression and multimedia compression; 


D.	Design channel codes with specific error detection and correction capability; 


E.	Identify and explain how cryptography plays an important role in a communication system; 


F.	Design symmetric key and asymmetric key cryptosystems for data encryption and decryption.  

Method of teaching and learning

This module will be delivered through a combination of formal lectures and tutorials.