Module 22457 (2009)
Syllabus page 2009/2010
06-22457
Quantum Computing and Cryptography
Level 4/M
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Outline
This module introduces the concepts and techniques of Quantum Computation and Cryptography. It aims to introduce the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics, and to show how these principles lead to a new paradigm for computation. The principles of quantum mechanics will also lead us to new methods for cryptography which we will analyse in detail and speculate on future prospects.
Aims
The aims of this module are to:
- introduce the students to the principles of quantum mechanics
- give the students an understanding of the role of physics in computation
- study a selection of quantum algorithms
- explain the principles and consequences of quantum cryptography
- outline the future prospects for progress in the field
Learning Outcomes
| On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: | Assessed by: | |
| 1 | explain the differences between classical and quantum computation and cryptography | Examination |
| 2 | demonstrate an understanding of the principles of quantum mechanics | Examination |
| 3 | be able to analyse a variety of algorithms from quantum computation and cryptography | Examination |
| 4 | describe the current state of practical quantum computation and cryptographic devices | Examination |
Restrictions, Prerequisites and Corequisites
Restrictions:
None
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
None
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
3 lectures/tutorials per week
Contact Hours:
Assessment
- Sessional: 1.5 hr examination (100%).
- Supplementary (where allowed): As the sessional assessment
Recommended Books
| Title | Author(s) | Publisher, Date |
| Quantum Computation and Quantum Information | Michael A Nielsen and Isaac L Chuang | Cambridge University Press, 2002 |
| Explorations in Quantum Computing | C P Williams & S H Clearwater | Springer-Verlag, 1998 |
| Quantum Computer Science | N David Mermin | Cambridge University Press, 2007 |
Detailed Syllabus
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Quantum Computation
- Comparison with Classical Computation
- Principles of Quantum Mechanics
- Quantum Logic Circuits
- Algorithms for Quantum Computers
- Quantum Teleportation
- Building a Quantum Computer
- Quantum Cryptography
- Implication of Quantum Computation for Classical Cryptography
- Protocols for Quantum Cryptography
- Future Prospects
Last updated: 18 Jun 2009
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