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402-0438-00L 4 Credits

Quantum computers

Quantencomputer

Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Tilman Esslinger
Examiners: Prof. Dr. Tilman Esslinger, Dr. Michael Köhl
Does not take place this semester.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:09:53

Abstract

We will discuss physical implementations of quantum computers. After an introduction into the basic principles the realization of several promising systems will be presented. This course will highlight the state-of-the-art of this rapidly evolving discipline.

Objective

We will discuss physical implementations of quantum computers. After an introduction into the basic principles the realization of several promising systems will be presented. This course will highlight the state-of-the-art of this rapidly evolving discipline.

Content

Introduction: Entanglement, information, quantum gates Cavity QED Single trapped ions Neutral atoms Nuclear magnetic resonance

Resources

Literature

Nielsen/Chuang „Quantum Computation and Quantum Information“, Cambridge University Press Bouwmeester, Ekert, Zeilinger „The Physics of Quantum Information“, Springer

General Information

Language
German
Frequency
Every two years

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Quantencomputer
Does not take place this semester.
No time listed 2 h weekly
exercise Quantencomputer
Does not take place this semester.
No time listed 1 h weekly

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