Quantum Computation
Arizona State University, Fall 2024
Instructor: Prof. Zilin Jiang
Email: [email protected]
Please reserve email only for individual and non-technical matters. Use office hours for technical questions related to lectures and assignments.
Office hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:30pm–2:30pm at WXLR A839.
Course description
An introduction to quantum computation from the perspective of theoretical computer science. Topics include quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, and quantum information. We anticipate the course will be of interest to students working in computer science, mathematics, or physics.
Enrollment requirements
Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Industrial Engineering graduate students can enroll by default. Other students need override approval.
Prerequisites: A strong undergraduate background in linear algebra, discrete probability, and theory of computation. No background in physics is required.
Grade policies
- A+ ≥ 97%; A ≥ 94%; A- ≥ 90%;
B+ ≥ 87%; B ≥ 84%; B- ≥ 80%;
C+ ≥ 76%; C ≥ 70%; D- ≥ 60%; E otherwise. - Homework 60% + Midterms 20% + Final exam 20%
Absence policies
In general, no late submission of assignments will be accepted unless there is a genuine emergency backed up by official documents (such as a physician's note attesting the same).
Textbook
Primary reference: Mermin, N. David. Quantum computer science: an introduction. Cambridge University Press, 2007.
Assessment and assignments
- There will be 6 assignments. Late submission of homework will not be accepted. No grade appeal will be considered after one week of the posting of the grade for any assignment.
- Two midterms: September 24, 2024 and October 31, 2024. No make-up test will be given unless a student has notified the instructor before the test is given.
- Final exam: December 10, 2024, 2:30-4:20 PM.