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SK2903 Quantum Technology 7.5 credits

A superconducting microwave circuit with several resonant modes around 10 GHz.  When cooled to very low temperatures the microwave circuit exhibits quantum behavior.  Josephson junctions are used as nonlinear elements to couple the modes and allow for creation of entangled states.  

 

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Termin

Information for Autumn 2025 Start 25 Aug 2025 programme students

Course location

AlbaNova

Duration
25 Aug 2025 - 12 Jan 2026
Periods
P1 (3.0 hp), P2 (4.5 hp)
Pace of study

25%

Application code

51028

Form of study

Normal Daytime

Language of instruction

English

Course memo
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Number of places

Places are not limited

Target group
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Planned modular schedule
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Schedule
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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus SK2903 (Autumn 2025–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus SK2903 (Autumn 2025–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

The course consists of lab modules that will demonstrate different aspects of quantum technology.
Each lab module will be organized by and conducted at different research groups in the Department of Applied Physics.

Intended learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the how measurements in the laboratory are related to calculations in the theory of quantum mechanics.
  • Explain quantum entanglement and how it can be used to create physical correlations between observable quantities.
  • Demonstrate the ability to acquire data with advanced laboratory instruments in a research environment.
  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze experimental data and present the results with publication-quality graphical figures. 
  • Demonstrate the ability to write a clear, concise and correct scientific text.

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

At least 120 credits in engineering and natural sciences and knowledge of English B or equivalent.

Literature

You can find information about course literature either in the course memo for the course offering or in the course room in Canvas.

Examination and completion

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

  • LABQ - Laboratory work, 7.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

The examiner, in consultation with the KTH Disability Coordinator (Funka), decides on any adapted examination for students with documented permanent impairment. The examiner may grant another examination form for reexamination of single students.

Other requirements for final grade

All laboratory work approved (LAB1 - LAB5; 1.5 credits per lab).

Examiner

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

Main field of study

Engineering Physics

Education cycle

Second cycle