Module overview
The aim of this module is to provide an overview of advancement of quantum devices and technology in line with the development of nanoelectronics and nanotechnology. Students will gain knowledge of how the quantum mechanics are playing a key role in the state-of-the-art nanoscale semiconductor devices. They will become also familiar with devices that can realise quantum computing, quantum communication and quantum sensing. Quantum photonic and optomechanical devices, and quantum materials will be also covered.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Characterise optical properties of quantum dots and their effect on device operation.
- Use simulation to analyse quantum-dot devices.
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Devices and systems realising quantum information processing and quantum sensing
- Quantum effects appearing in state-of-the-art nanoscale semiconductor devices
- Quantum photonic and optomechanical devices and quantum materials
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Write a short essay and make a short presentation for a given subject.
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Understand how quantum mechanics is linked with advanced nanodevices and quantum information processing.
- Understand the inter-relation between different technologies in the design of integrated quantum devices.
Syllabus
Nanoscale advanced semiconductor devices relevant to quantum effects
- Revision of quantum mechanics fundamentals
- Silicon nanowire and carbon nanotube devices
- Graphene and novel 2D materials devices
- Steep-slope transistor devices
- Single Electron Transistors
- Quantum dot devices
Devices for quantum information processing and sensing
- Quantum computing devices
- Quantum communication devices
- Quantum sensing devices
- Quantum photonic and optomechanical devices
Laboratory activities
- Modelling and characterisation of quantum dot materials and relevant devices
Learning and Teaching
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Completion of assessment task | 50 |
| Preparation for scheduled sessions | 10 |
| Revision | 20 |
| Tutorial | 6 |
| Follow-up work | 15 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 10 |
| Wider reading or practice | 15 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 20% |
| Examination | 50% |
| Laboratory Report | 30% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Examination | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Examination | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External