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2014-2015 University Catalog

CS 785 - Knowledge Acquisition and Problem Solving

Credits: 3 (NR)
Principles and major methods of basic stages of knowledge acquisition such as systematic elicitation of expert knowledge, knowledge base refinement, and knowledge base optimization in the context of general problem-solving methods. Includes case studies of successful knowledge acquisition and problem-solving systems and projects involving development or application of knowledge acquisition tools for knowledge-based systems.

Prerequisite(s): CS 681 or CS 687. Prerequisite enforced by registration system.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0