Quantum Eng & Tech

Host University

Virginia Tech

Semester

Fall 2026

Course Number

ECE-5124

CRN

84237

Credits

3

Discipline

Electrical & Computer Engineering

Times and Days

5:30pm-8:15pm

W

Course Information

Introduction to quantum engineering and technologies in quantum computing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. The quantum physics section includes quantum states, superposition, entanglement, quantum measurements. The quantum computing section includes quantum bits, gates, circuits, and algorithms. The quantum communication section includes toy models for quantum key distribution and quantum teleportation. The quantum sensing section includes solid-state quantum defect sensors and single photon detection. Software quantum simulators will also be introduced, providing hands-on experience in design, simulate, and optimize quantum gates, algorithms, and sensors. Pre: Graduate Standing.

Prerequisites

None Prerequisites Enforced: Yes