| Unit name | Applied Quantum Theory |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PHYSM0041 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Weidner |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Quantum Light and Matter |
| Co-requisites |
Advanced Quantum Theory |
| School/department | School of Physics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
All physical systems and measurements made upon them can be better understood through the development of rigorous underlying mathematical models. This unit will study a number of relevant examples with applications in quantum engineering. The aim is to gain a deeper understanding of how processes and measurements are described by abstract mathematical theories.
Topics covered will include: Open quantum systems and master equations; quantum channels; state discrimination and verification; quantum state and process tomography; while evolving topics may include: group theory; non-linear and Gaussian optics; timely and relevant topics offered by guest lecturers.
Upon completion of the course students should:
Transferrable skills include:
The unit will be taught through a combination of
Summative Assessment: Performance (students will be given 48 hours to research a small set of questions and then undertake a 30 min interview/viva)
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
