Contents

1. Vector Spaces and Hilbert Spaces

2. Postulates of Quantum Mechanics

3. Classical and Quantum optical communication systems

4. Quantum decision theory: POVM

5. Square Root Measurements

6. Quantum modulation schemes: OOK, BPSK, PSK, QAM

7. Quantum information theory

8. Quantum Key Distribution (QKD)

9. Continuous variable quantum information

Pre-requisites: Signals and Systems, Communication Engineering, Linear Algebra and Probability Theory

References

1. Gianfranco Cariolaro, "Quantum Communications", Springer 2015.

Evaluation

1. Midterm Exam: 40%;  Major Exam: 40%;  Term-Paper: 20%.

2. Audit Pass will require a minimum of 40% marks and 50% attendance.

Attendance Policy: As per the institute policy (One grade down if <75%)

Lecture Timing:

X-Slot: Monday and Thursday (2-3.30 pm)

Venue: Bharti School: IIA-201