AUTONOMOUS INTELLIGENT COMPUTER BASED TRAINING – ROBOTICS

Abstract

This paper seeks shows how to extend Computer Based training - C.B.T by building independent components with intelligence. It explains the methodologies that could be employed given the new programming frameworks. Historically, CBTs growth has been hampered by enormous resources required: human resources to create a CBT program, and hardware resources needed to run it. However, the increases in PC computing power and especially the growing prevalence of computers equipped with CD-ROMs is making CBTs a viable option for corporations and individuals alike. Many PC application come with a modest form of CBT, often called a tutorial (Webopedia, 2009). A common example of a CBT is Microsoft’s Encarta.  Despite this goodness of a CBT, they suffer a really  big problem, that is, they are only accessible on a mainframe, not from a remote site. This makes such systems not offer the goodness foretold by e-learning systems. But then, there must be a solution for this.  The answer is yes. The answer is:  “... several distinct physical components working together as a single system.” (Barnaby, 2002) Following Barnaby’s approach, it is natural to think about a central controlled system managing intelligent agent that teaches in class rooms.