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Course Q
Course Q is a cohesive and complete doctoral study initiative in
quantum information that is easily integrated into doctoral programs
from any of the five departments with iQuISE faculty.
As of the Fall of 2008, Course Q is in development. Currently at MIT,
there are six courses with a focus on core quantum information science
topics:
Quantum Computation (2.111)
Quantum Information Science (6.443/8.371)
Quantum Optical Communication (6.453)
Quantum Circuits and Quantum Computing (6.975)
Atomic Physics II (8.422)
Quantum Theory of Radiation Interactions (22.51)
There are also four emerging courses with content focused on, or
growing towards, quantum information science:
Quantum
Complexity (6.896)
Applied Superconductivity (6.763)
Seminar in Systems, Communications, and Control Research (6.291)
Submicrometer and Nanometer Technology (6.781)
The developing Course Q curriculum consists of a core of foundational
classes, spanning physics and computer science; quantum information
science courses; and research focus area courses. This selection
strives to develop a curriculum which will prepare students for work
in quantum information science, driven by research area instead of by
tradition.
Course Q requirements for iQuISE Associates are (over the 2.5 years of
the program):
Two course from five core subjects: 8.321, 8.421, 6.728, 6.441,
and 22.51
Both 2.111 and 6.443/8.371
One of the research focus classes: 8.422, 6.896, 6.453, 6.975,
6.763, 6.781, 6.291
The Quantum Information Science Laboratory class (in development,
for IAP'09)
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"There is widespread belief that fundamental ideas from QIS will lead to useful new information technology, and provide computing, communication, and control systems beyond the limits of traditional paradigms. These carry with them profound social implications. This is why iQuISE will incorporate education in ethics and social context."
—Jeffrey H. Shapiro, Co-Director, iQuISE, and Julius A. Stratton Professor of Electrical Engineering and Director, Research Laboratory of Electronics
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