Overview

This module will introduce practical skills including a landscape of quantum computing systems, algorithms, tools, and applications. Attendees will be equipped to assess technological evolution, define use-cases, and create a roadmap for the necessary technical and skills development activities required for their domains and organisations. The module is tailored in a flexible modular format and is delivered in a blended mechanism.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be over 21 years of age. Applicants should have a NFQ Level 7 qualification of 90 ECTS minimum, in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics area.

What you will Learn

This course presents the capabilities of quantum computing and its potential impact in the short- and medium-terms and beyond. It will ensure that the attendees are informed of the latest trends and capabilities of quantum computing to take advantage of the opportunities that technology and its application represents. 

Learning Outcomes

1. Discuss the value chain and value proposition of quantum computing alongside classical high-performance computing.
2. Evaluate the capabilities, limitations and potential areas for applying quantum computing, by identifying key high-level tipping points to reach practical quantum computing.
3. Analyse the features of bits and qubits from phenomenological perspective, comparing their similarities and differences.
4. Differentiate between types of quantum computing hardware, their physical components, and engineering challenges in building them.
5. Experiment with access to different types of quantum hardware and software emulators from public and commercial quantum computing systems.
6. Compare and contrast different components in the quantum computing software layers, along with different ways of using or building quantum programming stacks.
7. Examine different types of quantum algorithms and their application in different problem areas, along with the potential advantage of each quantum algorithmic type.
8. Evaluate the requirements for the practical application of quantum algorithms.

Assessments

• Continuous Assessment (60%)
• Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment (40%)

Contact

If you have any questions about this course, please contact:

Micro-Credentials Team,
University of Galway

Email: Micro-Credentials

How to Apply

From the 1st April 2025, you can apply for this micro-credential through our Online Application Portal.

Learn more about our application process.

Apply here: Online Application Portal

When completing your application please make sure to select the following categories:

Academic level: Micro-credentials and CPD
College/Interest type: Micro-credentials/CPD Postgrad Level 9
Academic programme: Science and Technology Studies microcredentials - CPB1

You will need to manually enter the Module Name and Code under ‘Module Name’ on the second page of your application. Please copy the name and code below:

Quantum Programming - CT4106