Introduction to Quantum Information (2235.YR.015581.1)
General information
Type: |
OBL |
Curs: |
1 |
Period: |
S semester |
ECTS Credits: |
2 ECTS |
Teaching Staff:
Prerequisites
Students should have successfully completed the courses "Advanced Mathematics" (formerly called Applied Mathematics for AI in BAIB 2022-23) or the equivalent elective "Mathstorming", and "Descriptive Statistics and Probability" (formerly called Statistics I: Introduction in BAIB 2022-2023)
COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
The application of quantum physics to information science, called quantum information science, promises to revolutionize information technology in the coming decades with the advent of such fields as quantum computing, quantum communication and quantum cryptography. This course will provide an elementary introduction to this field, including the basics of information science, quantum physics, and finally the application of the latter to the former, i.e. quantum information science. No preliminary knowledge of physics is assumed. This course will prepare students for future study in quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum cryptography, and related fields.
Course Learning Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Apply a variety of fundamental concepts in classical information science, quantum physics, and quantum information science.
- Fluently work with the basic mathematical formalism of quantum physics, particularly in the context of quantum information problems.
- Understand the power of quantum over classical physics in applications of information science.
CONTENT
1. Classical Information Science |
2. Quantum Physics |
3. Quantum Information Science |
Methodology
The study of quantum information science is, by its nature, highly interdisciplinary: it involves the application of mathematical concepts especially from linear algebra (vector spaces, orthonormal bases etc.), of statistical concepts (probabilities, random variables etc.), of concepts from quantum physics, as well as from information science, computer science, cryptography and related fields. This course will duly aim to provide a balanced view towards these different facets of this rich subject.
Assessment criteria
The evaluation activities contributing to the final grade for this course will include individual assessments, class participation and group work, and a peer evaluation.
Bibliography
Useful textbooks with concepts and applications pertinent to the course material include the following:
- Vlatko Vedral. "Introduction to Quantum Information Science". Oxford University Press, 2006.
- Michael A. Nielsen, Isaac L. Chuang. "Quantum Computation and Quantum Information" (10th Anniversary Edition). Cambridge University Pres, 2010.
