Continuing Education

CCTM472 - Data Security & Quantum Communication - Non-Technical

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Course Overview

Quantum computing poses a significant threat to traditional encryption methods, with potential vulnerabilities emerging within the next 5–15 years. This challenge creates an immediate need for quantum-secure solutions to protect sensitive data. In this 1-hour non-technical course, you will explore the Quantum Threat and the Quantum Solutions. Discover cutting-edge encryption solutions like Post-Quantum Cryptography, Quantum Key Distribution, and Quantum Random Number Generators. Explore state-of-the-art demonstrations and quantum communication protocols that are currently being used.

With the knowledge gained in this course, you will be able to identify practical applications for these quantum technologies and their role in improving cybersecurity.

Please note that this course is offered by NAIT in partnership with Qubo Consulting Corp. Accordingly, this outline was created in collaboration with Qubo Consulting Corp.

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Quantum for Executives


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Delivery Methods

  • Face to Face: Where: In-person meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Face-to-face instruction at all class meetings. Location may be on campus or at a worksite.
  • Blended: Where: Mixture of in-person & online components. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Combination of face-to-face and online components at specific times. Some online components may be accessed online anytime.
  • Hyflex: Where: Choice to attend in-person or online meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. For each class, students choose to attend in-person with the instructor or online at a specific time.
  • Remote Live Delivery: Where: Online with instructor. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Instruction is delivered at set times online. Students do not come to campus.
  • Remote On-Demand Delivery: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online. While there are no set class meetings, there may be set due dates and deadlines for some activities. Students may interact with peers through virtual tools.
  • Remote Independent: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online, with no instructor support. While students choose when to do coursework, there may be set due dates and deadlines. 
  • Work Placement: Where: In-person meetings. When: Work is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Onsite work integrated learning. Location at a worksite.
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