Expert systems track in the Georgia State graduate program in computer Information Systems: A balanced approach

摘要

The Expert Systems (ES) track within the Computer Information Systems (CIS) major at Georgia State University has been developed in response to the growing maturity of ES technology, the number of successful business applications using ES technology, and the market demand for those with ES skills. The ES track allows the student to specialize in this rapidly growing area while at the same time the student is developing a broad knowledge base pertaining to computer information systems in general. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the views underlying the balanced approach taken in the ES track within the CIS program. The unique features of this approach are discussed along with how it is implemented in the graduate program and how it has influenced the evolution of the program in terms of research, dissertations, and courses taught.