LEARNING OUTCOMES
Basics of quantum information and algorithms (qubits and quantum gates), transition from classical information technology to quantum information technology, elements of quantum communication and quantum computation.
Credits: 5
Schedule: 22.04.2024 - 06.06.2024
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Ilkka Tittonen, Matti Raasakka, Sabrina Maniscalco
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
valid for whole curriculum period:
Phenomenological and mathematical explanation of qubits, quantum gates and quantum computers.
History of the technology evolution from classical to quantum information, including the recent research developments.
Elements of quantum computation, simple algorithms. Criteria for the realization of a quantum computer.
Evolution of communication on the basis of quantum technology, quantum key distribution.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
Homework and exam.
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
Lectures; exercises and quizzes; independent study; final exam.
DETAILS
Study Material
valid for whole curriculum period:
Lecture notes and selected book chapters.
Substitutes for Courses
valid for whole curriculum period:
Prerequisites
valid for whole curriculum period:
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
valid for whole curriculum period:
Teaching Language : English
Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Spring V
2023-2024 Spring VEnrollment :
Registration for Courses: Sisu (sisu.aalto.fi)