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Course Outlines

Summer 2020 - CMPT 409 D200

Special Topics in Theoretical Computing Science (3)

Intro to Quantum Computing

Class Number: 5539

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2020: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    May 11 – Aug 10, 2020: Thu, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Aug 17, 2020
    Mon, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Location: TBA

  • Prerequisites:

    CMPT 307.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Current topics in theoretical computing science depending on faculty and student interest.

COURSE DETAILS:

This is an introductory course in Quantum Computing with an emphasis on quantum algorithms. Course objectives include understanding the fundamental nature of quantum mechanics and how it can be exploited for the purposes of computation (i.e., superposition, entanglement, interference, etc.); understanding the relationship between classical circuits and quantum circuits (qubits, the Bloch sphere, quantum gates, etc.); mastering mathematics necessary for quantum computing (Hilbert spaces, complex probability amplitudes, etc.); understanding the fundamental theorems underlying quantum computing (Church-Turing, threshold, no-cloning, adiabatic, etc.) and the setting within the theory of computation (BQP, QMA and QCMA); understanding the best currently known quantum algorithms (i.e., Deutsch–Jozsa, Grover’s, Shor’s, Fourier, etc.). The principal aim of this course is to implement quantum algorithms on a virtual quantum computer such as the IBM Q Experience (Quskit), Rigetti pyquil and D-Wave’s Leap. The only prerequisite is linear algebra - students without CMPT 307 can enroll with a waiver.

Grading

NOTES:

TBA in class.

Registrar Notes:

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2020

Please note that all teaching at SFU in summer term 2020 will be conducted through remote methods. Enrollment in this course acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as soon as possible to ensure that they are eligible and that approved accommodations and services are implemented in a timely fashion.