Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Understanding Quantum Computers
This online course introduced quantum computers and quantum computation, including necessary background in physics, mathematics and computer science. The mysteries of quantum superposition, interference and entanglement were covered in detail. Quantum algorithms, hardware and the new industry were central topics.
4 weeks, 5 hours per week
Rodney Van Meter
Professor, Faculty of Environment and Information Studies
Keio University
Takahiko Satoh
Project Research Associate, Graduate School of Science and Technology
Keio University
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Describe a few key applications of quantum computing
- Explain the role of quantum computing in the future and recognize the role of Moore’s Law in the future of computing
- Prepare for a mathematical course in quantum information concepts
- Explore the value proposition in available and forthcoming quantum information technology products
- Identify the importance of quantum superposition, entanglement and interference in quantum algorithms
Syllabus
- Waves and interference
- Quantum superposition and entanglement
- Computational complexity
- The quantum Fourier transform
- Shor’s algorithm for factoring large numbers
- Grover’s algorithm
- Quantum chemistry and machine learning
- Physical phenomena as quantum bits (qubits)
- Quantum computing hardware and architecture
- Quantum error correction
- The quantum information technology industry
Issued on 5th October 2019
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