Second Generation Quantum Technology
5 credits
Syllabus, Master's level, 1FA665
- Code
- 1FA665
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Physics A1F, Quantum Technology A1F, Technology A1F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 28 February 2023
- Responsible department
- Department of Physics and Astronomy
Entry requirements
120 credits in science/engineering. Quantum Mechanics, Advanced Course. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course the student shall be able to:
- explain and use central concepts in quantum technology
- analyze specific quantum circuits
- compare different physical realizations of quantum technologies
- describe and evaluate possible applications of quantum technologies
- in words describe and reflect on a selected realization of a quantum technology
Content
Quantum gates, circuit model. Quantum algorithms: Deutsch algorithm, Grover search. Physical realizations of quantum technologies: superconducting qubits, ion traps, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), nitrogen vacancy (NV) centers in diamond, topological qubits. Technological applications: Factoring problem, quantum metrology, quantum sensing.
Instruction
Lectures, problem classes, seminars and guest lectures.
Assessment
Written examination, project with oral presentation of an experimental realization of a quantum technology.