University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign The Grainger College of Engineering 15 courses 16 total credits
The undergraduate minor in Quantum Information Science (QIS) offers students an interdisciplinary introduction to quantum information processing in terms of fundamental principles and hardware designs. The subjects of quantum computing and communication are taught within a broad curriculum that spans quantum mechanics, quantum algorithms, quantum information theory, quantum photonics and materials, and quantum devices. The minor requires students to take at least 16 hours of quantum information courses offered across Electrical and Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Materials Science and Engineering. These courses focus on material that is strongly connected to cutting-edge research areas and current interests within the QIS industry. Completing this minor will provide students with a strong foundation for advancing their careers in Quantum Information Science (QIS), whether they choose to pursue a graduate degree or join the rapidly growing QIS workforce after graduation.
| Total Hours | 16 credits |
Core Courses - At least two courses must be selected from the list below.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CS 478 | Quantum Algorithms and Complexity | 3-4 |
| ECE 305 | Quantum Systems I | 3 |
| ECE 404 | Quantum Information Theory | 3-4 |
| ECE 405 | Quantum Systems II | 3-4 |
| ECE 406 | Quantum Optics and Devices | 3-4 |
| PHYS 370 | Introduction to Quantum Information and Computing | 3 |
Elective Courses - Additional courses can be selected from the list below or in consultation with an advisor.
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