Quantum Computers and Quantum Secure Communications

What it is about

You will learn the fundamentals of quantum computing and post-quantum cryptography, including quantum and post-quantum algorithms. In the end you will be able to evaluate the security and performance of post-quantum cryptographic implementations and apply appropriate security measures.

What you will be able to do

• Understand basic concepts of quantum computing and post-quantum cryptography
• Be familiar with quantum and post-quantum algorithms
• Identify vulnerabilities of post-quantum cryptography implementations
• Evaluate security and performance of post-quantum implementations
• Apply security measures to post-quantum implementations

What the module consists of

• LectureDelivery of topic blocks: introduction, quantum computing and methods, quantum algorithms, post-quantum algorithms, implementation and evaluation, secure implementation
• ExercisesAccompanying exercises to deepen and apply lecture content; voluntary mid-term performance
• ProjectPractical implementation and evaluation of post-quantum cryptographic solutions

Teaching method

• Individual supervision by the course instructorSupport with exercises and project work
• Introductory talksSystematic introduction to the topic blocks
• Examples and seminar exercisesApplication and deepening of concepts
• Real use casesPractical relevance of the presented concepts
• Guest lectures from industry partnersInsights from practice
• VideosSupplementary learning materials
• Discussions and presentations in the courseExchange and reflection
• Exercises and experience exchangePractical exercise and peer learning