PH 488 - Introduction to Quantum Computing

(3.00 cr.)

Students gain an understanding of the transformative impact of this new technology through simulation of a quantum computer and studying the mathematical principles that underlie quantum computation. Topics include quantum logic gates, quantum circuits, quantum entanglement, the measurement problem, and the quantum Fourier transformation. Python programming is used to reinforce student understanding. Advanced topics such as Shor's algorithm and quantum error correction are considered. A course project provides an opportunity for the student to study an open research problem in quantum computation. Same course as EG 488 .

Prerequisite: CS 151 or EG 140 , MA 251 , or written permission of the instructor.
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