Introduction to Quantum Computing

This book offers a comprehensive undergraduate course on quantum computing,covering quantum mechanics,qubits,quantum gates,quantum circuits,quantum key distribution,and famous algorithms. It is accessible to students with minimal background knowledge and includes rigorous explanations, further reading, and end-of-chapter exercises.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 366 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive textbook offers a self-contained undergraduate course on quantum computing, drawing upon classroom-tested lecture notes. It begins by reviewing the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics, encompassing the double-slit experiment, entanglement, and other key concepts. The book then delves into the realm of qubits, quantum gates, quantum circuits, quantum key distribution, and several renowned quantum algorithms. In addition to providing in-depth coverage of quantum gates, it also explores promising platforms for their physical implementation, including error correction techniques and topological quantum computing. Given the rapid growth of quantum computing in the private sector, understanding quantum computing has become crucial for graduates entering the workplace or pursuing advanced research programs. Written with a minimal assumption of background knowledge, this textbook is exceptionally accessible, featuring rigorous step-by-step explanations of quantum computation principles, additional reading resources, and end-of-chapter exercises. By the end of this course, undergraduate students in physics and engineering will be well-prepared to face the future challenges and opportunities of this rapidly evolving field.

Weight: 587g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030693206
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021