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402-0448-01L 5 Credits DR , MSC D-MATL , D-PHYS , D-INFK , D-MATH , D-ERDW , D-MAVT , D-ITET

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Quantum Information Processing I: Concepts

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Joseph Renes

This theory part QIP I together with the experimental part 402-0448-02L QIP II (both offered in the autumn semester) combine to the core course in experimental physics "Quantum Information Processing" (totally 10 ECTS credits). This applies to the Master's degree programme in Physics.

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Abstract

The course covers the key concepts and formalism of quantum information processing. Topics include quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum cryptography, and quantum metrology, with an emphasis on the power of quantum information processing beyond that of classical information processing. The formalism of quantum states, measurements, and channels is developed in detail.

Objective

By the end of the course students are able to explain the basic mathematical formalism of quantum mechanics and apply it to quantum information processing problems. They are able to adapt and apply these concepts and methods to analyze and discuss quantum algorithms and other quantum information-processing protocols.

Content

The topics covered in the course will include quantum circuits, gate decomposition and universal sets of gates, efficiency of quantum circuits, quantum algorithms (Shor, Grover, Deutsch-Josza,..), stabilizer-based quantum error correction, fault-tolerant designs, the BB84 quantum key distribution protocol, and simple methods of quantum metrology.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Will be provided.

Literature

Quantum Computation and Quantum Information Michael Nielsen and Isaac Chuang Cambridge University Press

General Information

Language: English
Levels: DR , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: written 90 minutes
Aids: None

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Quantum Information Processing I: Concepts	Fri 09:45-11:30 (HIL E 4)	2 h weekly
exercise	Quantum Information Processing I: Concepts Fr 12-13 or 13-14 (or 16-17)	Fri 11:45-12:30 (HCI J 8) Fri 11:45-12:30 (HIT H 42) Fri 11:45-12:30 (HIT J 53) Fri 11:45-12:30 (HPL D 32) Fri 12:45-13:30 (HCI E 2) Fri 12:45-13:30 (HCI E 8) Fri 12:45-13:30 (HIT H 51) Fri 12:45-13:30 (HIT J 53) Fri 15:45-16:30 (HIT F 31.2)	1 h weekly

Offered In

Computational Science and Engineering Master
- Fields of Specialization
  - Physics (For the field of specialization `Physics' basic knowledge in quantum mechanics is required.)
Computer Science Master
- Majors
  - Major in Theoretical Computer Science
    - Elective Courses
- Minors
  - Minor in Theoretical Computer Science
Micro- and Nanosystems Master
- Core Courses
  - Elective Core Courses
Physics Master
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  - Core Courses: Experimental Physics
Doctorate Materials Science (Further information at: )
- Subject Specialisation
  - Science & Technology of the Small (MaP Doctoral School)
Doctorate Physics (More Information at: )
- Subject Specialisation (Please note that this is an INCOMPLETE list of courses.)
Data Science Master
- Master Studies (Programme Regulations 2017)
  - Core Courses
    - Core Electives
Quantum Engineering Master
- Core Courses (A minimum of 24 credits must be obtained from core courses during the MSc QE, course selection is subject to the tutor's agreement.)
  - Physics Core Courses (These core courses target students with an engineering background and all those who need additional physics foundations.)
Cyber Security Master
- Minor
  - Theoretical Computer Science
    - Elective Courses
Space Systems Master
- Deep Track Courses (At least 20 credits must be completed within the deep track courses. Surplus credit points can be counted towards the electives.)
  - Space Communication
    - Elective Courses Space Communication (These subjects can only be credited as electives.)