This is an introductory camp aimed at young students interested in computer science, physics and chemistry, engineering and technology. Join us to learn more about the fundamentals and applications of quantum computing! Throughout the camp, we explore the concepts of quantum information, entanglement, algorithms, and superposition, primarily using cutsom-built tools and MIT's Scratch coding interface.
Who should take this course?
There are no pre-requisites or requirements to take this camp. We will be breaking down the fundamentals from the beginning. This camp/course is aimed at those in the grades 5-12 range, with additional modules for older groups.
This course is created and run by members of the UBC Geering Up Engineering Outreach program. UBC Geering Up Engineering Outreach is a non-profit organization with the mandate of engaging youth across BC in exciting STEM programs. Our professional development programs focus on integrating STEM activities into the classroom. Our programs leave participants with ideas, inspiration, and resources to further include STEM in your classroom.
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Not at all! We have designed the camp at an introductory level, assuming no previous knowledge of computers or quantum computing. Even so, this camp is still appropriate for those who do have some background knowledge on quantum computing.
For any and all questions relating to the Quantum Computing Outreach Program, online camp, or technical difficulties, please contact quantum.geeringup@ubc.ca.