Meow Quantum Computing!
Join Schrödinger's cat on an amazing journey through the quantum world! Perfect for students from elementary to high school!
Fun Fact: Just like Schrödinger's cat can be in two states at once, quantum computers can process multiple solutions simultaneously!
Fun Activities:
• Visual programming (no coding needed!)
• Quantum games and puzzles
• Arts & crafts projects
• Story-based learning
• IBM Quantum Composer (drag-and-drop)
Key Concepts:
• What is a qubit?
• Superposition (being in two places)
• Entanglement (quantum friends)
• How quantum computers are different
• Real-world quantum applications
Field Trip:
• 2-hour fun tour of IonQ
• See a real quantum computer!
• Meet friendly scientists
• Hands-on activities
• Take-home quantum kit
Programming Skills:
• Python basics for quantum computing
• Qiskit framework
• D-Wave Ocean SDK
• Build real quantum circuits
• Run code on actual quantum computers!
• Complete D-Wave online courses
Technical Topics:
• Quantum gates & circuits
• Grover's search algorithm
• Quantum cryptography (BB84)
• Quantum teleportation
• Hardware: superconducting & ion traps
• Quantum optimization problems
Field Trips:
• Multiple 4-hour IonQ visits
• Laboratory tours
• Program on real quantum hardware
• Technical Q&A with engineers
• Career exploration
• Portfolio project development
Advanced Mathematics:
• Linear algebra & Hilbert spaces
• Complex numbers & quantum mechanics
• Dirac notation (bra-ket)
• Density matrices
• Computational complexity theory
• University-level quantum physics
Advanced Algorithms:
• Shor's factoring algorithm
• Quantum Fourier Transform
• VQE for chemistry (Qiskit Nature)
• QAOA optimization
• Hamiltonian simulation
• Quantum machine learning
Professional Development:
• Research paper writing
• Conference presentations
• University application portfolio
• Internship opportunities at IonQ
• Strong recommendation letters
• Publication support
Research Experience:
• 1-2 day IonQ research trips
• Advanced lab access
• Work with quantum scientists
• Run original algorithms
• Hardware design projects
• Research collaboration
Games, simulations, and hands-on projects!
Learn with Schrödinger's cat and friends!
Collect quantum achievements!
Connect with young quantum enthusiasts!
From beginner to advanced - there's a perfect course for everyone!
Start your quantum journey with fun games and stories! Learn about qubits, superposition, and quantum superpowers!
8 weeks • Visual programming with IBM Quantum Composer • Fun experiments with quantum games
Learn about superposition through magical cat adventures! Create quantum stories and play detective with quantum clues!
6 weeks • Build simple quantum circuits with pictures • Arts, crafts, and interactive games
Visit a real quantum computer lab! See trapped ion qubits, meet scientists, and get hands-on activities!
College Park, MD • 2-hour fun tour • Take-home activity kit • Certificate!
Discover the building blocks of quantum computers! Learn about quantum gates, circuits, and start coding with Qiskit!
12 weeks • Python & Qiskit programming • IBM Quantum Lab • Build quantum circuits • Run on real quantum computers!
Explore how quantum computers are built! Learn about superconducting qubits, trapped ions, and more!
10 weeks • Study different qubit types • Understand decoherence • Visit IonQ quantum lab • Meet engineers!
Solve puzzles with quantum superpowers! Code Grover's search algorithm and learn quantum optimization!
12 weeks • Implement algorithms in Qiskit • Use D-Wave quantum annealers • Solve real optimization problems
Send secret messages using quantum teleportation! Learn quantum cryptography and code-breaking!
8 weeks • Quantum key distribution (BB84) • Build secure messaging apps • Quantum hackathon!
Multiple visits to see real quantum computers! Hands-on programming sessions on actual quantum hardware!
College Park, MD • 4-hour technical tours • Submit jobs to IonQ computers • Career exploration
Master quantum programming with industry-standard tools!
Qiskit (IBM) • D-Wave Ocean SDK • Access to real quantum computers • Build a project portfolio
Master quantum mechanics principles and math! Linear algebra, complex numbers, Hilbert spaces, and Schrödinger equation.
16 weeks • University-level mathematics • Dirac notation • Quantum state tomography • NumPy & advanced Qiskit
Design and understand real quantum systems! Deep dive into superconducting qubits, ion traps, and cutting-edge tech.
16 weeks • Circuit QED • Josephson junctions • Ion trap physics • 2-day IonQ research experience • Design projects
Code Shor's, Grover's, VQE, and QAOA! Implement algorithms from MIT courses including cryptography and chemistry applications.
16 weeks • Shor's factoring algorithm • Quantum Fourier Transform • Qiskit Nature • D-Wave optimization • Research project
Build unbreakable quantum encryption systems! RSA cryptanalysis, quantum key distribution, and post-quantum cryptography.
14 weeks • BB84 & E91 protocols • Security proofs • NIST post-quantum standards • Quantum teleportation implementation
Explore quantum sensors and metrology! Atomic clocks, magnetometers, and quantum imaging technologies.
12 weeks • Quantum metrology • State tomography • Heisenberg limit • NV centers • Real sensor applications
Create the quantum internet of tomorrow! Entanglement distribution, quantum repeaters, and network protocols.
12 weeks • Network architecture • Distributed quantum computing • Modular quantum systems • Final design project
Full-day and 2-day research collaborations! Work with quantum scientists on real projects and explore internships.
College Park, MD • Advanced lab access • Run algorithms on IonQ hardware • Research presentations • Career pathways
Master all major quantum platforms! Qiskit, D-Wave Ocean, Amazon Braket, Cirq, and more.
Platforms: IBM Qiskit • D-Wave Ocean SDK • Amazon Braket • Google Cirq • QuTiP • PyQuil (Rigetti)
Publication-quality research projects! University applications, recommendation letters, and research internship opportunities.
Includes: Research paper writing • Conference presentations • MIT/Caltech prep • IonQ internships • Portfolio building
Program on the same tools used by quantum scientists at IBM, Google, and D-Wave!
All Levels • Industry-standard quantum programming • Access to real IBM quantum computers • Free cloud quantum lab • Visual composer for kids!
Middle & High School • Quantum annealing • Ocean SDK • Solve real optimization problems • Complete free online courses at training.dwavequantum.com
High School Research • Program trapped ion quantum computers • Field trip hands-on sessions • Cutting-edge quantum hardware • Research collaboration
High School Advanced • Amazon Braket • Google Cirq • Rigetti PyQuil • QuTiP simulations • Industry-standard tools
MIT Course Content: Our curriculum incorporates material from MIT's "Introduction to Quantum Computing" and "Quantum Algorithms for Cybersecurity, Chemistry, and Optimization" courses!
Start with the basics! Learn what quantum computing is and why it's super cool!
Dive deeper into quantum hardware, algorithms, and communication!
Master quantum sensing, networking, and become a quantum expert!
All students visit IonQ's Quantum Computing Center in College Park, Maryland!
2 hours • Fun facility tour • Meet scientists • Hands-on activities • Snacks & certificates • Take-home quantum kit!
4 hours • Technical tour • Lab observations • Program real quantum computers • Lunch with engineers • Career exploration
1-2 full days • Advanced research labs • Ion trap physics • Run your algorithms • Research collaboration • Internship opportunities!
What You'll See:
Trapped ion qubits in ultra-high vacuum • Laser systems for quantum control • Cryogenic cooling systems • Advanced control electronics • Real quantum computers in action! Meet the scientists building the quantum future!
Join young scientists exploring the quantum world!
All Courses Include:
IonQ Field Trips • IBM Qiskit Access • D-Wave Platform • Real Quantum Computer Time •
Project Portfolio • Certificates • Career Guidance