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Learn the fundamentals of quantum computing and build your capacity for performing quantum experiments using quantum computers on the cloud.
After a course session ends, it will be archived.
Quantum computing is expected to impact all industries, ranging from cybersecurity to medicine. It provides a promise to solve many problems faster and more efficiently than classical computers. This course will introduce you to the core concepts related to quantum computing and give you an opportunity to explore IBM Q Experience Visual Composer. This graphical quantum programming tool lets you build quantum circuits and run them on real quantum hardware or simulators.
Geared towards anyone new to the field of quantum computing, this course is intended for a large audience, ranging from high school students to working professionals who do not have prior knowledge about quantum computing or those wishing to strengthen their foundational knowledge.
This course discusses the basics of quantum computing. You will gain an understanding of the technology landscape—the present state and the future potential of quantum computing. You will also learn how to create quantum circuits for various quantum algorithms and be able to interact with quantum hardware using IBM Q Visual Composer.
Welcome!
Chapter 1: Motivation for Quantum Computing
Chapter 2: Understanding Superposition and Measurement in Quantum Mechanics
Chapter 3: Understanding Qubits in More Detail
Chapter 4: Quantum Entanglement and Bell’s Theorem
Chapter 5: Introduction to Quantum Gates and Circuits
Chapter 6: Hands-on Lab on IBM Q Experience Visual Composer
Chapter 7: Deutsch Algorithm
Chapter 8: What’s Next
Final Exam (Verified track only)
Who can take this course?
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Who can take this course?
Unfortunately, learners residing in one or more of the following countries or regions will not be able to register for this course: Iran, Cuba and the Crimea region of Ukraine. While edX has sought licenses from the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to offer our courses to learners in these countries and regions, the licenses we have received are not broad enough to allow us to offer this course in all locations. edX truly regrets that U.S. sanctions prevent us from offering all of our courses to everyone, no matter where they live.
