Available in 2024
Course code

PHYS3211

Units

10 units

Level

3000 level

Course handbook

Description

Quantum Information Science studies the quantum mechanics and atomic physics needed to understand the development of quantum computing using entanglement and Qubits. Quantum Information Science deals with the application of quantum mechanics to represent and process information. It is fundamental to the development of more realistic modelling on a practical timescale which will have a broad impact in a range of areas essential to the modern world. These include drug design, sustainable power generation, and the development of new materials. Blended problem-based conceptual learning (lectorials) will be used to gain an understanding of key developments, ideas and theories covered in quantum information science. Blended problem-based hands-on learning (laboratory and computational workshops) will be used to gain an understanding of key experiments, models and analysis covered in quantum information science.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 2 - 2024

Replacing course(s)

This course replaces the following course(s): PHYS3350. Students who have successfully completed PHYS3350 are not eligible to enrol in PHYS3211.


Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Apply their knowledge in the field of advanced quantum mechanics to describe the use of atomic systems to develop quantum computers.

2. Solve qualitative and quantitative problems, using appropriate mathematical and computational techniques.

3. Perform experiments which involve making correct and appropriate use of a range of scientific equipment, keeping an accurate record of experimental work and analysing results and reaching non-trivial conclusions from them.

4. Communicate the results of both theoretical and experimental work in various forms including written reports, oral presentations and poster presentations.

5. Contribute to team and group work for scientific investigations and for the process of learning.


Content

The topics to be covered include:

  • Advanced Quantum Mechanics: the basic concepts of quantum mechanics; principle of superposition and compatible observables in quantum mechanics; conservation theorems in quantum mechanics; the harmonic oscillator and second quantisation; angular momentum; three dimensional systems.
  • Advanced Atomic/Molecular Physics: angular momentum in the hydrogen atom; dipole radiation; fine and hyperfine structure; atoms in electric and magnetic fields; laser cooling of atoms.
  • Quantum Computing: entanglement; qubits; quantum logic gates; realisation of quantum computers.

Requisite

Students must have successfully completed MATH2310, and either PHYS2211,PHYS 2170 or PHYS2240 to enrol in this course. If students have successfully completed PHYS3350 they cannot enrol in this course.


Assumed knowledge

MATH2310, PHYS2211 (or equivalent)


Assessment items

Quiz: Weekly Quiz

In Term Test: In Term Test

Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Tutorial/Laboratory exercises

Formal Examination: Formal Examination


Contact hours

Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan

Laboratory-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 11 week(s)
Lectorial-1
  • Face to Face Off Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1

Course outline