Expert (Knowledge-Based) Systems and Related Technologies

This course focuses on the theoretical as well as practical aspects of applying knowledge-based, also called expert, systems to directly support decision-making tasks at the manager and other work levels in organizations. Because most expert systems are integrated with other software, the major project requires the use of expert system technology to construct a decision support system that integrates with database management of some other high-demand computer-based technology. Other associated technologies are also studied and used, such as neural networks. Students develop skill in modeling decision processes and converting the models into computer-usable form. Major projects are executed in groups and require oral as well as written presentation.