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79797-01 - Lecture with practical courses: Advanced Topics in Quantum Theory and Quantum Computing (6 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Irregular |
| Lecturers | Jelena Klinovaja (jelena.klinovaja@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | Advanced Topics in Quantum Theory and Quantum Computing |
| Learning objectives | “Advanced Topics in Quantum Theory and Quantum Computing” aims to build a strong level foundation in quantum mechanics and its application to condensed matter systems, with selective links to quantum computing. The course is designed to show how to use the formal technical tools of quantum theory, symmetries, perturbation theory, and field-theoretic and many-body methods, for the analysis of interacting quantum systems, collective excitations, and emergent phases of matter. Emphasis is placed on the relation between microscopic quantum models and physical phenomena such as quasiparticles, correlations, broken symmetry, and topological phases, and on the relevance of these concepts to quantum-information and quantum-computing settings. Expected learning outcomes include the ability to read research literature and to analyze quantum many-body and condensed matter problems using modern theoretical methods. |
| Bibliography | Năstase, Horațiu. Quantum Mechanics: A Graduate Course. Cambridge University Press, 2022. Altland, Alexander, and Simons, Ben. Condensed Matter Field Theory. 3rd ed. Cambridge University Press, 2023. Simon, Steven H. Topological Quantum. Oxford University Press, 2023. Kaxiras, Efthimios, and Joannopoulos, John D. Quantum Theory of Materials. Cambridge University Press, 2019. Coleman, Piers. Introduction to Many-Body Physics. Cambridge University Press, 2015. |
| Admission requirements | Courses on: - Advanced Quantum Mechanic and Quantum Field Theory - Thermodynamik und statistische Mechanik |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Monday | 15.30-17.30 | Physik, Seminarzimmer 4.1 |
| wöchentlich | Wednesday | 10.15-12.00 | Physik, Seminar- und Sitzungsraum 3.69 (ehem. Mensa) |
Dates
| Modules |
Module: Specialisation (Master's Studies: Physics (Start of studies before 01.08.2026)) Module: Specialized Courses (Master's Studies: Physics) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Departement Physik |