Knowledge-Based Systems Theory and practice of knowledge based system construction with particular emphasis on rule-based expert systems. Topics include KBS fundamentals, knowledge representation, knowledge base construction, knowledge integration in databases, inference engines, reasoning from incomplete or uncertain information, intelligent decision support, and user tools & interfaces. Not offered on a regular basis. Credit Hours: 4 Prerequisites: [CSCI (ARTI) 4540/6540 and CSCI (PHIL) 4550/6550] or Permission of Department Level: Graduate