Abstract :
This paper compares and contrasts the use of AI principles in industrial training
with more normal computer-based training (CBT) approaches. A number
of applications of CBT are illustrated (for example simulations, tutorial presentations,
fault diagnosis, management games, industrial relations exercises) and
compared with an alternative approach using AI. An evaluation of the relative
merits of the two approaches will be given. Existing CBT packages are used to
illustrate the points raised and the emphasis of the arguments will be on the
effectiveness of AI and CBT in terms of both cost and learning. The position
of AI applications within CBT is discussed, as is the task of getting started in
applying these techniques.
