Introduction to Quantum Optics and Applications

What it is about

You will learn the physical layer of quantum communication: modeling of signals in Fock space, elementary gates, joint-detection receiver, and squeezed light. In the end you will be able to describe fundamental quantum communication techniques and develop concepts bridging theory and experimental implementation.

What you will be able to do

• Understand the fundamentals of quantum communication
• Apply Fock space as a model for quantum signals
• Explain the joint-detection receiver and its significance
• Describe elementary quantum gates of the physical layer
• Assess the advantages and disadvantages of squeezed light in transmission systems
• Formulate new concepts at the interface of theory/experiment

What the module consists of

• VorlesungConveying the theoretical foundations (script, blackboard, short videos)
• Übungen / HausaufgabenDeepening lecture content through mathematics and programming tasks

Teaching method

• VorlesungsskriptStructured presentation of the content for preparation and follow-up
• Präsenzvorlesung an der TafelExplanation and derivation of central concepts
• Kurzvideos (asynchron, online)Flexible repetition of lecture content
• Wöchentliche Hausaufgaben (mathematisch und programmierend)Training of problem-solving thinking and monitoring learning progress
• Übungen mit Fragen & AntwortenClarification of open questions and deepening through examples
• Praktische Nutzung von QuNetSim und QuTiP in ÜbungenImplementation and numerical investigation of small algorithms