ELL 822: Selected Topics in Communications
(Quantum Communications)
Contents
Vector Spaces and Hilbert Spaces
Postulates of Quantum Mechanics
Classical and Quantum optical communication systems
Optimal quantum detection: POVM
Square Root Measurements
Quantum modulation schemes: OOK, PPM, PSK, QAM
Quantum information theory
Continuous variable Gaussian quantum information
Applications in QRNG, QKD
Pre-requisites: Signals and Systems, Communication Engineering, Linear Algebra and Probability Theory
References
Gianfranco Cariolaro, "Quantum Communications", Springer 2015.
Evaluation
Midterm Exam: 40%; Major Exam: 40%; Term-Paper: 20%.
Audit Pass Criteria: 40%.
Attendance Policy: As per the institute policy.
Lecture Timing (Fall'24 July-Dec'24)
X-Slot
Venue: TBD