Competencies / Study results |
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Study programme competences / results
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A14 |
CON_14 Be aware of problem sets where quantum computing at its current stage of development can offer an advantage over classical computing: chemistry, biology, optimization, logistics, finance, etc. |
B1 |
HD01 Analyze and break down a complex concept, examine each part and see how they fit together |
B3 |
HD03 Compare and contrast and point out similarities and differences between two or more topics or concepts |
B6 |
HD11 Prepare accurately the relevant questions for a specific problem. |
B8 |
HD13 Improvise solutions in an innovative way to solve a problem. |
B12 |
HD23 Communicate using the expected norms for the chosen medium. |
B13 |
HD24 Actively participate in face-to-face activities in the classroom. |
B14 |
HD31 Assign resources and responsibilities so that all members of a team can work optimally |
B16 |
HD33 Set goals for the group to analyze the situation, decide what outcome is desired and clearly set an achievable goal. |
C1 |
C1. Adequate oral and written expression in the official languages. |
C2 |
C2. Mastering oral and written expression in a foreign language. |
C3 |
C3. Using ICT in working contexts and lifelong learning. |
C4 |
C4. Acting as a respectful citizen according to democratic cultures and human rights and with a gender perspective. |
C7 |
C7. Developing the ability to work in interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary teams in order to offer proposals that can contribute to a sustainable environmental, economic, political and social development. |
C8 |
C8. Valuing the importance of research, innovation and technological development for the socioeconomic and cultural progress of society. |
Learning aims |
Learning outcomes |
Study programme competences / results |
Know the domains of practical application of quantum computing in different sectors |
AJ14
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BJ1 BJ3 BJ6 BJ8 BJ12 BJ13 BJ14 BJ16
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CJ1 CJ2 CJ3 CJ4 CJ7 CJ8
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Know the use of quantum computing in economics and finance problems |
AJ14
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BJ1 BJ3 BJ6 BJ8 BJ12 BJ13 BJ14 BJ16
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CJ1 CJ2 CJ3 CJ4 CJ7 CJ8
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Know the use of quantum computing in problems that arise in the industry |
AJ14
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BJ1 BJ3 BJ6 BJ8 BJ12 BJ13 BJ14 BJ16
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CJ1 CJ2 CJ3 CJ4 CJ7 CJ8
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Know the use of quantum computing in relation to the military and defense sectors |
AJ14
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BJ1 BJ3 BJ6 BJ8 BJ12 BJ13 BJ14
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CJ1 CJ2 CJ3 CJ4 CJ7 CJ8
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Contents |
Topic |
Sub-topic |
1. Introduction to the practical applications of quantum computing |
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2. Applications in economics and finance |
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3. Applications in industry |
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4. Defense and security applications |
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5. Other applications |
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Planning |
Methodologies / tests |
Competencies / Results |
Teaching hours (in-person & virtual) |
Student’s personal work hours |
Total hours |
Guest lecture / keynote speech |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B13 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
11 |
0 |
11 |
ICT practicals |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B13 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
4 |
10 |
14 |
Case study |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
6 |
4 |
10 |
Problem solving |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
0 |
10 |
10 |
Supervised projects |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
0 |
24 |
24 |
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Personalized attention |
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6 |
0 |
6 |
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(*)The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students. |
Methodologies |
Methodologies |
Description |
Guest lecture / keynote speech |
Presentation in the classroom of the contents of the matter |
ICT practicals |
Programming and use of simulators to solve examples |
Case study |
Presentation of use cases that arise in the different application sectors of quantum computing |
Problem solving |
The student is given problems to solve individually or in a group. |
Supervised projects |
Students are given assignments to prepare individually or in groups, which are monitored with personalized attention when necessary. |
Personalized attention |
Methodologies
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Supervised projects |
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Description |
Supervised work is monitored, giving guidance and recommendations for its development |
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Assessment |
Methodologies
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Competencies / Results |
Description
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Qualification
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Problem solving |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
Problems of greater or lesser complexity are posed to be carried out individually or in groups, which may involve handling simulators. The student will deliver a document with its resolution. |
30 |
Supervised projects |
A14 B1 B3 B6 B8 B12 B14 B16 C1 C2 C3 C4 C7 C8 |
Supervised work is proposed to be carried out individually or in a group, depending on the complexity. The student must deliver a brief report on the work done and make a brief oral presentation about it, answering the teacher's questions. |
70 |
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Assessment comments |
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Sources of information |
Basic
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Gómez, A., Leitao Rodriguez, A., Manzano, A., Nogueiras, M., Ordoñez, G., Vázquez, C. (2022). A survey on quantum computational finance for derivatives pricing and VaR. Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering, 29, 4137–4163.
Quantum Technology and Application Consortium – QUTAC., Bayerstadler, A., Becquin, G. et al. (). Industry quantum computing applications.. EPJ Quantum Technol. 8, 25.
Krelina, M. (2021). Quantum technology for military applications.. EPJ Quantum Technol. 8, 24. |
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Complementary
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Recommendations |
Subjects that it is recommended to have taken before |
Introduction to Quantum Simulation/614551026 | Numerical Methods in Quantum Computing/614551025 | Quantum Computing Tools/614551006 | Quantum Computing and Machine Learning/614551008 | Quantum Computing Architectures/614551022 | Programming and Implementation of Quantum Algorithms/614551007 | Quantum Computing and High Performance Computing/614551009 | Introduction to Quantum Computing/614551004 |
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Subjects that are recommended to be taken simultaneously |
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Subjects that continue the syllabus |
Master`s Dissertation/614551033 |
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