UNIK9420 – Quantum computation and quantum information
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
Introduction to quantum mechanics: Linear algebra, postulates, evolution, measurements, density operators. The Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox, teleportation and Bell's inequality. Classical and quantum circuits. Quantum algorithms. Quantum information theory: Schmidt decomposition and purification, fitelity, quantum operations, entropy, Holevo's bound. Error-correcting codes, measurements of entanglement and distillation of entanglement. Quantum cryptography. Physical realizations of quantum circuits with focus on photonic realizations.
Admission
PhD candidates from the University of Oslo should apply for classes and register for examinations through Studentweb.
If a course has limited intake capacity, priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included. Some national researchers’ schools may have specific rules for ranking applicants for courses with limited intake capacity.
PhD candidates who have been admitted to another higher education institution must apply for a position as a visiting student within a given deadline.
Prerequisites
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic knowledge of linear algebra. We will try to adjust the course to varying knowledge of quantum mechanics.
Teaching
The teaching will be organized as a guided self-study.
Examination
Oral examination in the end of the semester. In the case of many candidates, an written examination can be held in stead.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
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Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.