2024-2025 Catalog

SF-1200 Quantum Reality, Information, and Computing

Quantum theory and quantum computation are at the forefront of physics in the twenty-first century. These topics traditionally require substantial background in physics and mathematics. In this course, a new pedagogical approach is used to teaching quantum physics to an audience presumed only to know basic arithmetic. This seminar will introduce freshmen to the principles of quantum computer science and technology, allowing students to perform meaningful hands-on calculations with quantum circuits and algorithms. This course will also provide an opportunity to participate in the instructors ongoing work on actual quantum computers, and to interact with several Boston-area quantum computer scientists.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Student has satisfied all of the following Academic Unit (Computed) in the selection list Advertising Public Relations and Social Media, Art and Design, Biology, Biology and Radiation Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, Communication Journalism and Media, Economics, English, Environmental Science and Studies, History Language and Global Culture, INTO College of Arts and Sciences, Math and Computer Science, Medical Dosimetry, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science and Legal Studies, Psychology, Radiation Sciences, Sociology and Criminal Justice ... And Student has satisfied all of the following Latest Class Standing in the selection list Freshman