Quantum Computation and Quantum Communications

This course will usually be taught every second year, next time in fall 2017 if enough students.

Introduction to quantum mechanics. Density operators. Einstein Podolsky Rosen paradox, Bell's inequality, teleportation. Circuits. Selected algorithms. Quantum information theory. Quantum key distribution. Physical realizations with emphasis on photonic realizations.

A. Knowledge: To get a basic understanding of theory, principles, and challenges in quantum information science.
B. Skills: To have a basic understanding of theory, principles, and challenges in quantum information science.
C. Competence: Understanding of theory, principles, and challenges in quantum information science - basics for research in the field.

Self study, exercises. The course is part of the Norwegian PhD Network on Nanotechnology for Microsystems (www.nano-network.net).