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Introduction to Quantum Information

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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The course provides an introduction to quantum information at a beginning graduate level. It focuses on the fundamental understanding of how information is processed with quantum systems and how the quantum properties apply to computing and communication tasks. The course begins by presenting quantum theory as the framework of information processing. Quantum systems are introduced with single and two qubits. Axioms of quantum theory such as states, dynamics, and measurements are explained as preparation, evolution, and readout of qubits. Quantum computing and quantum communication are explained. Entanglement is identified as a key resource of quantum information processing. Manipulation and quantification of entangled states are provided. 
Quantum information processing opens an avenue to new information technologies beyond the current limitations but, more importantly, provides an approach to understanding information processing at the most fundamental level. What is desired is to find how Nature performs information processing with the quantum and classical systems. The ultimate power of Nature in computing and communication may be found and understood. The course provides a modest step to learn quantum information about how physical systems can be manipulated by the laws of quantum mechanics, how powerful they are in practical applications, and how the fundamental results make quantum advantages.

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No background is required but, as the course is at beginning graduate level, students may know linear algebra, probabilities, and information theory.

Approx. 11 hours to complete

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Advanced Level

No background is required but, as the course is at beginning graduate level, students may know linear algebra, probabilities, and information theory.

Approx. 11 hours to complete

English

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Joonwoo Bae

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School of Electrical Engineering

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Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) was established in 1971 by the Korean government as the nation’s first research-intensive graduate school for science, engineering and technology. It has now grown into one of the world’s best universities, delivering top notch education and research programs for undergraduate and graduate students. KAIST encourages interdisciplinary and convergent research across a wide spectrum of disciplines, as well as strong collaborations with industry and global institutions.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week

Week 1

1 hour to complete

Quantum Theory to Information Technologies

1 hour to complete

6 videos (Total 59 min)

Week

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Single qubit

2 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 62 min)

Week

Week 3

1 hour to complete

Bipartite quantum systems

1 hour to complete

5 videos (Total 60 min)

Week

Week 4

1 hour to complete

Quantum computing

1 hour to complete

5 videos (Total 53 min)

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TOP REVIEWS FROM INTRODUCTION TO QUANTUM INFORMATION

by EEDec 17, 2021

Challenging quizzes and final exam; understanding solutions to problems boosts understanding of the topic. Many topics clearly, albeit rapidly, covered.Review with self-reading contextualizes material

by DAAug 27, 2022

The course was challenging as an Introductory course. I had to read through books and solve problems before taking the test, as the lectures and assignments required a fair bit of formalization.

by AKAug 1, 2022

One of the best courses. It's really worth your time and it's well structured.

by SGAug 29, 2022

Exactly what I was looking for! A more theorical and mathematical aproach to Quantum Computing. The crystal clear whiteboard is genius!

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