Introduction to Quantum Information Science and Engineering
The Virginia Tech Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering (VTQ) and the Co-design Center for Quantum Advantage (C2QA) offer a four-day virtual workshop to introduce students, educators, and other quantum-interested individuals to the exciting field of quantum information science and engineering (QISE). Program participants will explore the basic principles underlying quantum technologies and gain an appreciation for the novel capabilities unlocked by quantum mechanics. Introduction to QISE will be led by Sophia Economou — program founder, VTQ Director, Virginia Tech professor, and C2QA principal investigator.
Program structure
Introduction to QISE consists of two sessions per day. Attendance and active participation are required. Workshop topics include:
- Quantum superposition, logic gates, and circuits
- IBM Quantum Composer
- Quantum algorithms: money or tiger puzzles
- Quantum teleportation
This Program Is Intended For
- High school students
- Undergraduate and graduate students
- Postdoctoral researchers
- Educators
- Other quantum-interested individuals
Program Benefits
- A certificate from Virginia Tech and C2QA signifying successful completion of Introduction to QISE
- No fee to apply or attend
Application Requirements
- Familiarity with arithmetic and basic algebra (for example, -2+6x = -2(1-3x))
- Access to a computer
- Ability to create a free IBM Quantum Composer account
