Introduction to Quantum Information Science II
QSE 210B
Subject & Catalog Number
Jointly Offered with:
Faculty of Arts & Sciences as PHYSICS 260B
Course Information
Description
Introduction to quantum information science and quantum computation. Emphasis on fundamental concepts including qubits and quantum operations, the nature of entanglement and its manipulation, quantum error correction, and various implementation models. Topics include: basics of quantum information, different models of quantum computing, fundamental quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, and fault tolerance; as well as experimental implementations. Recent developments in the field will be discussed.
Preparation: One semester of quantum mechanics [QSE200, PHY143a, or PHY251A], or MATH 21b (or equivalent) and permission of the instructor.
School
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits
4
Cross Reg
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
Department
Quantum Science & Engineering
Course Component
Lecture
Subject
Quantum Sci and Engineering
Grading Basis
FAS Letter Graded
Exam/Final Deadline
May 11, 2026
General Education
N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data
N/A
Divisional Distribution
Science & Engineering & Applied Science
Course Level
Primarily for Graduate Students
