Module overview
The aim of this module is to provide an overview of advancement of quantum devices and technology in line with the development of nanoelectronics and nanotechnology. Students will gain knowledge of basic quantum mechanics and how the quantum mechanics are playing a key role in the state-of-the-art nanoelectronics. Then they will become also familiar with quantum information processing including quantum computing and quantum communication technologies.
Linked modules
Pre-requisite: ELEC3207 or ELEC6259
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Device scaling and quantum effects on nanoscale devices.
- Fundamentals of quantum information processing.
- Quantum mechanics for electronic applications
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Understand how quantum mechanics is linked with advanced nanodevices and quantum information processing.
- Understand the inter-relation between different technologies in the design of integrated devices.
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Write a short essay for a given subject.
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Characterise optical properties of quantum dots and their effect on device operation.
- Use simulation to analyse quantum-dot devices.
Syllabus
Quantum mechanics for device and technology
- Schrodinger Equation
- Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle
- Quantisation and Spin
- Particle-Wave Duality
- Entanglement
Low-dimensional and advanced transistor devices relevant to quantum effects
- Silicon nanowire and carbon nanotube devices
- Graphene and novel 2D materials devices
- Steep-slope transistor devices
- Single Electron Transistors
- Quantum dot devices
Quantum Information Processing
- Quantum bit fundamentals
- Quantum computing devices and technology
- Quantum communication technology
Laboratory activities
- Modelling and characterisation of quantum dots and relevant devices
Learning and Teaching
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Revision | 20 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 10 |
| Follow-up work | 15 |
| Wider reading or practice | 15 |
| Tutorial | 6 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 10 |
| Completion of assessment task | 50 |
| Lecture | 24 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
IRDS – International Roadmap for Devices and Systems. https://irds.ieee.org/
Textbooks
M. A. Nielsen and I. L. Chuang (2000). Quantum Computation and Quantum Information. Cambridge University Press.
Edt R. Waser (2005). Nanoelectronics and Information Technology.
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 20% |
| Examination | 50% |
| Laboratory Report | 30% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Examination | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Examination | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External