CSC 569

Quantum Computing

Section: 001

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to quantum computing. It will feature the three pillars, quantum system architectures, algorithms, and programming of quantum computing. Its focus is on the applicability of problems to quantum computing from a practical point of view, with only the necessary foundational coverage of the physics and theoretical aspects to understand quantum computing. Both simulation software and actual quantum computers will be utilized to prototype problem solutions. This should develop a better understanding of how problems are transformed into quantum algorithms and what programming language support is best suited for a given application area. The course will require significant background reading plus presentations, projects, and exercises per participant.