Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit Practice Exam
Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit Practice Exam
About Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit Exam
The Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit exam is designed to evaluate the skills and knowledge required to work with quantum computing using IBM's Qiskit framework. This exam assesses the practical and theoretical understanding of quantum computing principles, quantum algorithms, and how to implement them on IBM’s quantum computing platform. The exam is ideal for those seeking to demonstrate their proficiency in quantum programming, quantum algorithm development, and using IBM Qiskit to simulate quantum circuits and execute them on real quantum hardware.
Skills Required
To be successful in the exam, candidates should have a strong understanding of the following key areas:
- Understanding of quantum mechanics principles, qubits, and quantum gates.
- Knowledge of quantum algorithms such as Grover's and Shor's algorithm.
- Familiarity with key quantum concepts like superposition, entanglement, and quantum interference.
- Proficiency in using IBM Qiskit to build and run quantum circuits.
- Ability to use Qiskit libraries, including Qiskit Terra, Qiskit Aer, and Qiskit Ignis for various quantum computing tasks.
- Familiarity with quantum simulators and real quantum computers via the IBM Quantum Experience platform.
- Ability to visualize and analyze quantum circuit execution and results using Qiskit’s tools.
- Knowledge of how to design and implement quantum algorithms.
- Understanding of quantum optimization techniques.
- Experience with programming quantum circuits for specific use cases (e.g., quantum search, cryptography).
- Proficiency in creating and simulating quantum circuits.
- Understanding of error correction techniques and quantum circuit optimization.
- Familiarity with executing quantum circuits on IBM's quantum hardware, understanding device limitations, and optimizing code for hardware performance.
Who should take the Exam?
- Individuals who are looking to start their career in quantum computing, especially in industries utilizing quantum technology for optimization, cryptography, or simulation tasks.
- Software Engineers and Developers
- Professionals working in fields such as physics, mathematics, machine learning, or cryptography who want to leverage quantum computing for research and practical problem-solving.
- Students and instructors who are studying quantum computing or teaching quantum concepts and algorithms.
Course Outline
The Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 - Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
- Introduction to Quantum Mechanics – Part 1
- Introduction to Quantum Mechanics – Part 2
Domain 2 - Classical Bits vs. Quantum Qubits
- Classical Bits vs. Quantum Qubits – Part 1
- Classical Bits vs. Quantum Qubits – Part 2
- Classical Bits vs. Quantum Qubits – Part 3
- Classical Bits vs. Quantum Qubits – Part 4
Domain 3 - Creating, Retaining, and Reading Qubits
- Creating, Retaining, and Reading Qubits – Part 1
- Creating, Retaining, and Reading Qubits – Part 2
Domain 4 - Quantum States: Vectors and Matrices
- Quantum States: Vectors and Matrices
Domain 5 - Overview of Classical Logic Gates
- Overview of Classical Logic Gates
Domain 6 - Popular Quantum Frameworks
- Popular Quantum Frameworks
Domain 7 - Installing Anaconda Python Distribution
Domain 8 - Installing and Testing Qiskit
Domain 9 - Pauli X-Gate in Qiskit
- Pauli X-Gate in Qiskit – Part 1
- Pauli X-Gate in Qiskit – Part 2
Domain 10 - Customizing Pauli X-Gate Inputs and Outputs
Domain 11 - Pauli X-Gate on a Real IBM Quantum Computer
Domain 12 - Pauli Matrices as State Vectors
Domain 13 - Pauli Y-Gate Operations
- Pauli Y-Gate – Part 1
- Pauli Y-Gate – Part 2
- Pauli Y-Gate – Part 3 (in a Real Quantum Computer)
Domain 14 - Pauli Z-Gate
Domain 15 - Eigenvectors of XYZ Gates
Domain 16 - Introduction to the Hadamard Gate
Domain 17 - Hadamard Gate in Qiskit
Domain 18 - Hadamard Gate Exercises
- Hadamard Gate Exercises – Part 1
- Hadamard Gate Exercises – Part 2 (X with H and Z)
- Hadamard Gate Exercises – Part 3 (Superposition Collapse)
Domain 19 - Hadamard Gate on a Real Quantum Computer
- Hadamard Gate on a Real Quantum Computer
Domain 20 - R Phi Gate
- R Phi Gate
Domain 21 - S and T Gates
- S and T Gates
Domain 22 - U and I Gates
- U and I Gates
Domain 23 - Introduction to Multi-Qubit States
- Introduction to Multi-Qubit States
Domain 24 - Representing Multi-Qubit States
- Representing Multi-Qubit States
Domain 25 - Multi-Qubit Circuits Using Single Qubit Gates
- Multi-Qubit Circuit Using Single Qubit Gates – Sample Circuit 1
- Multi-Qubit Circuit Using Single Qubit Gates – Sample Circuit 2
Domain 26 - CNOT Gate with Classical Qubits
- CNOT Gate with Classical Qubits
Domain 27 - CNOT Gate with Control Qubit Superposition
- CNOT Gate with Control Qubit Superposition
- CNOT Gate with Control Qubit Superposition (in a Real Quantum Computer)
Domain 28 - CNOT Gate with Both Qubit Superposition
- CNOT Gate with Both Qubit Superposition
- CNOT Gate with Both Qubit Superposition Target X
Domain 29 - CNOT Circuit Identities
- CNOT Circuit Identities – Part 1
- CNOT Circuit Identities – Part 2
Domain 30 - CZ Circuit Identity
- CZ Circuit Identity – Part 1
- CZ Circuit Identity – Part 2
Domain 31 - CY Circuit Identity
- CY Circuit Identity
Domain 32 - SWAP Circuit Identity
- SWAP Circuit Identity
Domain 33 - Toffoli Gate
- Toffoli Gate
Domain 34 - Toffoli Circuit Identity
- Toffoli Circuit Identity
Domain 35 - Deutsch-Josza Problem Overview
- Deutsch-Josza Problem Overview
Domain 36 - Deutsch-Josza Algorithm Design
- Deutsch-Josza Algorithm Design
Domain 37 - Deutsch-Josza Algorithm Implementation
- Deutsch-Josza Algorithm Implementation – Part 1
- Deutsch-Josza Algorithm Implementation – Part 2
- Deutsch-Josza Algorithm Implementation – Part 3
Domain 38 - Quantum Cryptography: Quantum Key Distribution
- Quantum Key Distribution – RSA Concepts
- Quantum Key Distribution – Concept
Domain 39 - Quantum Teleportation Theory
