Quantum Science, Networking, and Communications

Learn the skills necessary to break into the emerging field of quantum science. This remote course features faculty feedback, simulations, and hands-on experiences. Space is limited.

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October 5, 2023 Online 8-Weeks October 9, 2023 $2,250*
   

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Take a Quantum Leap with UChicago

The University of Chicago is at the forefront of quantum science and engineering. Discover the possibilities of quantum computing and advance your career by joining the elite quantum workforce. Learn the necessary skills to become quantum ready in our remote, eight-week course in Quantum Science, Networking, and Communications.

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Designed For

This course is ideal for early-career participants with less than ten years of professional experience and a bachelor’s or graduate degree in the sciences such as physics, computer science, engineering, or math. Mid-career professionals seeking to transition into the quantum field will also benefit from this course.

What Do Quantum Science Students Learn?

In eight weeks of live sessions and self-paced modules, students will acquire the theoretical and practical fundamentals of quantum computing and communications. These include: 

  • Understanding the linear algebra framework of quantum information and computing basic objects like expectation values, state vector evolution, and decoherence times.
  • Programming quantum circuits using Qiskit software and implementing quantum network protocols using SeQUeNce software.
  • Defining fundamental quantum communication protocols such as quantum teleportation, superdense coding, entanglement distribution, and quantum key distribution (QKD).
  • Explaining the physical components used in quantum networks like superconducting and trapped ion qubits, photonic quantum channels, and quantum repeaters.

Upon completing all required assignments and activities, each participant will receive a non-credit certificate of completion at the conclusion of the program.

Virtual Quantum Learning with Faculty Feedback.

Instructors for the course in quantum science work at the forefront of quantum technology and bring their leading-edge research to the classroom. Faculty and instructors from this quantum computing course will guide you through the fundamentals of quantum communications, while providing you with support and feedback.

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Career Benefits

Few professionals can say their work transforms how people live, work, and play. Life-changing work that impacts virtually every area of our lives is within the quantum science career path. Quantum engineering has the power to transform cybersecurity, materials development, computing, and other research areas, and companies in the communications, electronics, optics, and materials industries are examining how to quickly and effectively build a quantum-ready workforce.

Quantum Science is Advancing. Are You?

Trained staff in the fast-growing field of quantum science is rare, and the demand for this technology is critical. There is a dire need for professionals with quantum skills in a variety of industries including hardware and software companies, financial services, telecommunications, consulting, transportation and logistics, and biotech/pharma. This innovative technology will have a far reach, from farming to neuroscience. Our online Quantum course prepares you to meet these industry needs. By acquiring skills in this area, you are capable of leading discoveries, technologies, and solutions never thought possible.

Potential Quantum Engineering Job Titles

  • Data Engineer
  • Embedded Software Engineer
  • GPU Computing Software Engineer
  • HPC Engineer
  • Quantum Device Modeling Engineer
  • Quantum Electronic Device Testing Engineer
  • Quantum Support Engineer
  • Research Engineer
  • Research Integration and Yield Engineer
  • Research and Development Software Engineer
  • Software Engineer for Quantum Controls
  • Software Engineer for Quantum Optimization
  • Systems Engineer
$ 42 B

Business Wire reported that the quantum technology market is expected to grow to $42.1 billion over the next five years.

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Virtual Course. Real Support.

Learn new modules each week in a virtual-style setting.

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Advance Quantum Technologies

Harness the skills needed to transform science.

Meet Our Program Partners

The Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) is an intellectual hub for advancing the science and engineering of quantum information between the CQE community, across the Midwest, and around the globe.

A catalyst for research activity across its member and partner institutions, the CQE is based at the University of Chicago and is anchored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Northwestern University.

Chicago Quantum Exchange

The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) integrates science and engineering to address global challenges from the molecular level up. In the University of Chicago tradition of rigorous inquiry, we ask crucial scientific questions that have real-world implications. Our work applies molecular-level science to the design of advanced devices, processes, and technologies. Organized by interdisciplinary research themes, we aim to develop solutions to urgent societal problems, such as water and energy resources, information security, and human health.

The program was established as the Institute for Molecular Engineering in 2011 by the University in partnership with Argonne National Laboratory. In 2019, in recognition of the institute’s success, impact and expansion, and the support of the Pritzker Foundation, the institute was elevated to the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering—the first school in the nation dedicated to this emerging field.

Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering

The NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Hybrid Quantum Architectures and Networks (HQAN) features three quantum testbeds that will collaboratively develop the technology needed to assemble a hybrid quantum processor and network. Each laboratory is designed with multiple kinds of quantum hardware, which will be used to demonstrate distributed quantum processing and communication protocols. The program integrates engineering, computing, and physics expertise to achieve HQAN’s scientific, technology, and education goals. The HQAN center also includes workforce development initiatives that will inspire and train students who will contribute to the future quantum technology and innovation ecosystem.

Hybrid Quantum Architectures and Networks

University of Chicago Approach to Online Learning

Our online learning programs are crafted with your specific needs in mind. Live, interactive sessions strengthen your skill set, coupling rigorous theory and the latest research with real-world applications. You will have the opportunity to grow your professional network among University of Chicago instructors and classmates.

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