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Quantum Computing: From Quantum Mechanics to Revolutionary Technologies New

This course delves into the fundamentals of Quantum Computing, bridging the gap between quantum mechanics and its groundbreaking applications in computing. It focuses on developing students’ knowledge and skills in modern quantum technologies with numerous real-world applications. The course will include lectures emphasizing conceptual understanding and problem-solving, as well as essays and group projects to foster collaborative learning.

Topics include:

  • Quantum Mechanics Foundations: Understanding quantum states, superposition, entanglement, and the evolution of quantum systems.
  • Quantum Bits (Qubits): Exploration of qubits as the basic units of quantum information and their state manipulation.
  • Quantum Algorithms: Introduction to key algorithms like Shor's algorithm for factoring and Grover's search algorithm.
  • Quantum Computing Models: Study of quantum circuits, quantum gates, and error correction.
  • Quantum Technologies: Insight into current quantum computing hardware and future prospects.

This course is designed for motivated high school students who want to expand their knowledge of modern physics and be at the forefront of technological innovation.

Prerequisite: Algebra 1. The knowledge of other physics fields (e.g., optics, electricity, and magnetism) is beneficial, but not essential.