SUTD Honours And Research Programme (SHARP)

Honours Sessions


01.015 SHARP Honours Session Term 1

Nonlinear Systems and Chaos

Week 2 to 3
Instructor: Prof Ricky Ang
 
Description:
Students will learn about important concepts of nonlinear dynamics and Chaos focused on its applications to science and engineering.

Class 1: Linear stability analysis, Different types of Bifurcations
Class 2: Extension from 1 dimensional (1D) to 2D systems
Class 3: Lorentz equation, Chaos, Strange attractors

Electronics Materials

Week 5 to 9
Instructor: ​Assistant Prof Ang Yee Sin
 
Description:
Introductory material science and semiconductor physics will be delivered in this course. The following topics will be introduced:

1. Basic quantum mechanics, band theory, and the classification of solids 
2. Carrier statistics and semiclassical transport
3. Semiconductor device physics

Introduction to Cryptography

Week 10 and 11
Instructor: Dr Wong Wei Pin
 
Description:
In this digital era, cryptography plays the vital role of maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and authenticity of all kinds of information in all aspects of our lives. To the surprise of many, the foundation of cryptography is number theory. In this introductory course, you will first be exposed to some elementary number theory concepts such as Division Algorithm, Greatest Common Divisor, Euclidean Algorithm, Modular Arithmetic and Fermat’s Little Theorem, which serves as the prerequisites to understand cryptosystems that will be covered in the course, which are Symmetric Ciphers, Asymmetric Ciphers, Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange, ElGamal Public Key Cryptosystem and RSA Public Key Cryptosystem. 

SHARP Talks

Week 12 and 13
Talks by various faculty


01.016 SHARP Honours Session Term 2

Quantum Computing and Quantum Secure Communication

Week 2 to 4
Instructor: Associate Professor Dario Poletti

Description:
The students will be introduced to some foundational topics in quantum mechanics so as to understand the basic functioning of quantum computers and quantum secure communication.   

Quantum Chemical Calculations for Photochemistry Modelling: From Theory and Practice

Week 5 to 9
Instructor: Assistant Professor Liu Xiaogang

Description:
Chemistry, as the central science, extends its reach across various disciplines, intertwining with mathematics, physics, and engineering. In our journey away from traditional wet lab chemistry, modern computers become our powerful allies, enabling simulations and experiments in a virtual realm. This paradigm shift allows us to address critical scientific questions and foster the development of innovative products in a much more efficient and green manner.
 
In this mini-course, we embark on an exciting adventure that combines theoretical foundations with hands-on training, all presented at an accessible level. Our focus lies in unravelling the essentials of computational modeling within the realm of photochemistry. Topics covered will include an introduction to density functional theory, basis sets, essential computational chemistry software, and the historical development and fundamental concepts of photochemistry. Through this blended learning, we will explore the molecular origins of greenhouse gases, as well as delve into the absorption and emission dynamics of fluorescent dyes, including their quenching mechanisms.

SHARP Talks

Week 10 to 12
Talks by various faculty


01.017 SHARP Honours Session Term 3

Metaheuristic Optimisation

Week 1 to 4
Instructor: Assistant Prof Nuno Ribeiro
 
Description:
Metaheuristics are flexible problem-solving approaches that use inspiration from nature or logic to efficiently explore for solutions within complex search spaces in optimisation. These methods find applications in various industries such as supply chain, logistics, transportation, and robotics. This course delves into key metaheuristic approaches such as neighbourhood search, simulated annealing, and genetic algorithms.

Online Optimisation

Week 5 to 9
Instructor: Assistant Prof Antonios Varvitsiotis
 
Description:
Online optimisation is a toolkit for making smart decisions in changing and uncertain environments. In this class, we'll take a close look at the basic ideas, methods, and real-life uses of these decision-making strategies.

Introduction to Cryptography

Week 10 and 11
Instructor: Dr Wong Wei Pin 
 
Description:
In this digital era, cryptography plays the vital role of maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and authenticity of all kinds of information in all aspects of our lives. To the surprise of many, the foundation of cryptography is number theory. In this introductory course, you will first be exposed to some elementary number theory concepts such as Division Algorithm, Greatest Common Divisor, Euclidean Algorithm, Modular Arithmetic and Fermat’s Little Theorem, which serves as the prerequisites to understand cryptosystems that will be covered in the course, which are Symmetric Ciphers, Asymmetric Ciphers, Diffie-Hellman Key Exchange, ElGamal Public Key Cryptosystem and RSA Public Key Cryptosystem. 

SHARP Talks

Week 12 and 13
Talks by various faculty