Counts as:

• EE Elective
• CMPE Complementary Selective

Normally Offered:

Each Fall

Campus/Online:

On-campus and online

Requisites:

ECE 30100, ECE 30411

Requisites by Topic:

Fourier series, Fourier transforms, wave equation, Maxwell's equation, basics of solid state physics such as fermi function, etc. Graduate students will benefit from taking ECE 60400 concurrently or prior to this course.

Catalog Description:

This course introduces the knowledge that will empower students to understand the difference between the quantum and classical realms. Specifically, this course teaches the concept of quantum detectors, which are central to a wide variety of quantum technologies from computing to networking. Students will also learn about quantum sensors and how they push the frontiers of existing classical sensor technology. Students can expect to learn skills for designing next generation information/communication/imaging systems that exploit unique functionality of quantum detectors and sensors.

Learning Outcomes

A student who successfully fulfills the course requirements will have demonstrated an ability to:

• Identify the fundamental differences between classical noise and quantum fluctuations in physical quantities (quantum noise)
• Define the concept of coherence in space and time through the example of light (quantum coherence)
• Describe the next generation of ultra-precision measurement tools (quantum metrology)
• Design new systems for imaging, communications and a host of other applications exploiting superior detector technology (quantum detectors)
• Recognize the fundamental limits of classical sensors and how to overcome them using quantum phenomena (quantum sensing)

Lecture Outline:

Assessment Method:

Homework and exams. (3/2022)