One-Day Workshop on Quantum Computing Basics for CSB & IT Students

News Date : 21 Apr 2025     News Report

One-Day Workshop on Quantum Computing Basics for CSB & IT Students

The Department of Information Technology, MGIT, successfully conducted a One-Day Workshop on Quantum Computing Basics exclusively for 2nd and 3rd year students of Computer Science & Business Systems (CSB) and Information Technology (IT) on 21st April 2025.

Introduction

The workshop provided an in-depth introduction to the fundamentals of quantum computing, focusing on key concepts, mathematical notations, and real-world applications. Participants gained valuable hands-on experience using Qiskit, IBM’s quantum development environment.

Topics Covered

• Qubit Notation: Introduction to Dirac notation (ket & bra) for representing quantum states.

  • Ket notation: |ψ⟩ = α|0⟩ + β|1⟩ (with complex coefficients α and β)

  • Bra notation: ⟨ψ| = α*⟨0| + β*⟨1| (complex conjugates)

• Quantum Mechanical Properties:

  • Superposition: Qubits can exist in multiple states simultaneously.

  • Entanglement: Correlation between qubits enabling quantum information processing.

• Quantum Gates:

  • Pauli-X (bit flip), Pauli-Y, Pauli-Z (phase flip), Hadamard (creates superposition)

• Python Code with Qiskit: Students implemented quantum circuits, applied quantum gates, and measured qubit states using Qiskit’s Python SDK.

Hands-on Experience

Participants actively engaged in coding exercises, building quantum algorithms, and exploring quantum phenomena using Qiskit. This hands-on approach strengthened their understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of quantum computing.

Applications of Quantum Computing

• Cryptography: Exploring the impact of quantum computing on encryption and security.

• Optimization: Solving complex problems efficiently.

• Simulation: Modeling quantum systems and phenomena.

The workshop offered a comprehensive foundation in quantum computing and inspired students to pursue further learning and research in this emerging field. The Department of IT congratulates all participants for their enthusiastic involvement.

For more news and updates on future workshops, visit www.mgit.ac.in.