About the program
This education program is designed to equip hackathon participants with a solid background in quantum computing and quantum programming. The course is delivered fully online and aligns with the needs of Open Quantum Institute style hackathons and similar events.
Participants with little or no prior exposure to quantum computing will be guided from the basics of classical systems all the way to core quantum algorithms. The program combines short lectures, curated reading material, and a large number of coding exercises in Jupyter notebooks.
QBronze – Introductory Quantum Programming
QBronze is the introductory track of the program and focuses on building a first mental model of quantum computing using a quantum programming framework such as Qiskit.
The course is organized as a sequence of Jupyter notebooks with progressively more challenging tasks. Each notebook combines short explanations with hands-on coding exercises to help participants internalize the concepts.
Main topics covered
- Representation of classical bits and classical registers
- Basic notions of quantum states and single-qubit operations
- Multi-qubit systems and entanglement
- Quantum circuits and measurements
- Introduction to simple quantum protocols and search algorithms
Workload
The QBronze part of the program consists of five main sections. Each section typically requires about 3–4 hours of concentrated work, including reading and solving coding tasks.
QNickel – Intermediate Algorithms & Hybrid Frameworks
QNickel continues from where QBronze ends. It assumes familiarity with basic quantum gates, simple circuits, and introductory algorithms, and moves toward more advanced topics and additional frameworks (for instance, Cirq alongside Qiskit).
Main topics covered
- Simulation of classical logic gates on quantum devices
- Conventional quantum algorithms such as Deutsch–Jozsa and Bernstein–Vazirani
- Simon’s algorithm and its role in demonstrating quantum advantage
- Grover’s algorithm and its application to combinatorial problems such as Max-Cut
QNickel emphasizes problem-solving and gives participants the opportunity to implement full algorithms, not just toy examples, preparing them for the algorithmic challenges of a quantum hackathon.
Our Team
The course is organized and delivered by a team of instructors, mentors, and technical staff experienced in quantum computing education and community-driven events.
- Organizer Name 1 (Institution / QWorld node)
- Organizer Name 2 (Partner Institution)
- Main Instructor for QBronze & QNickel
- Mentor A
- Mentor B
- Mentor C
- Mentor D
- LMS and infrastructure support
- Zoom & Discord coordination
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Schedule of the Certification Courses
The course is offered in two editions with identical content. Each edition runs for ten days and requires approximately 30 total hours of individual work, including live sessions, self-paced study, and assignments.
Intro & Logistics
Classical Probabilistic Systems
Quantum States & Measurements
Quantum Operations & Programming
Quantum Protocols
Query Complexity
Intro to Algorithms
Simon’s Algorithm
Grover’s Algorithm
Max-Cut via Grover
Homework, Assessments & Certificate
All learning activities are tracked using a learning management system (for example, Canvas). Each module includes a graded assignment and a set of auto-graded coding tasks.
- Each assessment has a fixed deadline set a few weeks after the live sessions.
- Participants must achieve a minimum score (e.g., 50%) in each module.
- The overall grade must meet or exceed the program threshold (e.g., 70%) to pass.
Participants who satisfy all requirements will obtain a digital certificate confirming successful completion of the quantum computing certification course.
Code of Conduct
The event and the associated online spaces are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices.
Any form of harassment is not tolerated. This includes offensive verbal comments, deliberate intimidation, stalking, or disruptive behavior in talks, workshops, or online channels.
Participants who violate these guidelines may be warned, removed from communication channels, or excluded from the event. If you observe or experience any inappropriate behavior, please contact the organizing team or the designated ethics committee.
Contact & Application
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