The purpose of AI is to...

Excel is an example of

PowerPoint is an example of

In industries where software is developed for _________________, it is imperative that the project is checked carefully at each stage of the system development lifecycle

Bespoke software is often required to meet very specific needs. In industries where software is developed for safety critical systems, it is imperative that the project is checked carefully at each stage of the system development lifecycle. This ensures that

________ are designed to carry out the decisions usually made by a human expert

In a medical diagnosis system (expert system) the system will have a user interface and an __________ for handling queries

In an expert system the links between facts are called rules and are stored in a _______

In a medical diagnosis system (expert system), expert doctors provide facts about particular conditions to build a __________

In a medical diagnosis system (expert system) the system will have a user interface and an __________ for handling queries

In a medical diagnosis system (expert system), expert doctors provide facts about particular conditions to build a __________

In an expert system the links between facts are called rules and are stored in a _______

In an expert system the links between facts are called rules and are stored in a _______

In a medical diagnosis system (expert system), expert doctors provide facts about particular conditions to build a __________

In a medical diagnosis system (expert system) the system will have a user interface and an __________ for handling queries

A car fault diagnosis system can read sensor data and provide an accurate fault diagnosis in a very short space of time which may save the owner ________

_________ can be used by non-specialists who may not be able to distinguish between a real and erroneous diagnosis. For example, feeling lethargic, having a raised temperature and skin rash may be symptoms of a number of different conditions. Online medical diagnosis utilities can cause a great deal of worry to patients

________’ permit the user to carry out useful tasks

Examples of applications are:

Examples of applications are:

What is a problem with open source software?

Anyone can join the community of developers to make changes to the code and upload their changesfor the rest of the world to see. If changes are godd they can be mergedinto the main source code so all users can benefit. (what is explained here)

Any software built with specific needs in mind to a particular business will not be _______ to other companies problems

the end user will pay less due to the cost being split between everyone who will buy it. what type of software is this?

the biggest cost is paying for the software engineers time. what type of software is this?

systems classified as this are not allowed to fail

systems are considered safetty critical if there is potential for what happening?

in the case that failure does occur, safety critical systems will provide methods to get the system back under control. ___________ will have redundant systems in place should failure occur. For example, if life life support should begin to fail it would alert medical staff and keep working long enough for them to intervene

in the case that failure does occur, safety critical systems will provide methods to get the system back under control. ___________ may fail but if it does th pilot can regain control (auto pilot system)

In knowledge based/expert systems the knowledge base:

In knowledge based/expert systems the inference engine:

In knowledge based/expert systems the rule base:

The __________ is interactive and will not just work seriallyby taking input, doing some processingand then providing an answer. At any point it may require more information to help it arrive at a conclusion

The _______ works by using logic and probablilities. For example, consider a patient who has a headache and a runny nose. The patient could have a cold or flu. It is much more likely to be a cold, but a chance it is flu. The _____ sets these probablilitiesfor the inference engine to use

the ______________ is responsible for making on eof three decisions. 1.it has enough information to arrive at an answer, 2. it requires more information, 3. it cannot reliably come up with an answer

which application software allows the creation of many types of publication, for example manuals, posters and banners?

which application software focuses on producing essays, letters and reports rather than large graphical publications

which application software uses cells that contain calculations, these calculations are automatically updated when the numbers in other cells are changed?

Computer applications have allowed everyday tasks to be performed quickly and sometimes ________

Computers and smartphones contain a calculator program which reduces the requirement for users to carry out calculations manually. Information can be searched for and results returned in an instant. This in turn is increasing our _____ upon computers and the internet

Modern creative industries rely on a combination of traditional video and computer generated imagery (CGI) and ______

Traditional hand-drawn animation was a very time-consuming process. Specialist software, such as Adobe Flash, has enabled even _______ to produce computer animations

Software is used to create wire-frame models from simple _______

The ____________are then rendered by the software to make them appear more realistic

Software used at weather stations must be capable of ___________

Software used at weather stations must be capable of data logging. The data is then analysed and, based on previous scenarios, a ________ is generated of the most likely weather pattern

Software used at weather stations must be capable of data logging. The data is then analysed and, based on previous scenarios, a simulated model is generated of the most likely weather pattern. Data patterns can be analysed to increase the accuracy of future predictions and to extract

Computer control systems use sensors to provide an input signal which is then processed by software to generate a ______ signal.

Computer control systems use sensors to provide an input signal which is then processed by software to generate an output signal. The output signal can be used as _____ in a closed loop control system to enable the output to be turned on and off automatically, for example, a thermostat in a heating system

Computer control systems use sensors to provide an input signal which is then processed by software to generate an output signal. The output signal can be used as _____ in a closed loop control system to enable the output to be turned on and off automatically, for example, a thermostat in a heating system

The software used in __________ is usually quite simple as the amount of data being processed is small and decisions made very simple, i.e. turning a heater on or off.

_____ uses computers to carry out processes without the need for human interaction. Software must have a high level of reliability and robustness. It is also important that systems are calibrated to provide the correct degree of accuracy.

The software used in computer control systems is usually quite simple as the amount of data being processed is small and decisions made very simple, i.e. turning a heater on or off. Automation uses computers to carry out processes without the need for human interaction. Software must have a high level of _________. It is also important that systems are calibrated to provide the correct degree of accuracy.

It is also important that systems are calibrated to provide the correct degree of _______.

_______ are expensive to set up but may replace the work of several employees so can save money in the long term.

Automated systems are ________ to set up but may replace the work of several employees so can save money in the long term.

Automated systems are expensive to set up but may replace the work of several employees so can _________ in the long term.

Some tasks are difficult to ______ as they require very fine movements that are difficult for machines to replicate.

Robots can be used to work in environments that are _________for humans such as mines, under the sea or in nuclear power station cores.

Robots do not require rest breaks but, as they become more capable and are given greater __________

A robot is a device that carries out ______ tasks.

Robots are used in the manufacture of ____ to assemble components, weld and paint panels.

The ________ used to control robots provides instructions needed to carry out specific actions.

Programs need to be carefully tested as they will often run _________.

Humanoid robots, such as Honda’s Asimo, are designed to mimic human movement. They contain ____ to enable the robot to make decisions.

Humanoid robots, such as Honda’s Asimo, are designed to mimic human movement. They contain sensors to enable the robot to make decisions. For example, when Asimo puts a foot forward, pressure sensors will _________ readings to indicate when contact has been made with the floor. This will then trigger the second foot to be lifted as Asimo walks.

Computer aided design (CAD) software is often used in conjunction with _________software.

CAD allows a user to design their product using a computer as 2D views from which it can produce a 3D view. CAM software will then convert the design into a __________

Examples of devices that use CAM are

_______ are programs for locating web pages containing key words entered by the user.

Web pages contain ______ which may allow a web page to appear more highly ranked in search results.

The _________ used by a search engine is very important in returning the most relevant results rather than a large number of pages.

The algorithm used by a search engine is very important in returning the most relevant results rather than a large number of pages. Google’s search engine uses the ________algorithm which uses the number of links to a page as a measure of its importance

The algorithm used by a search engine is very important in returning the most relevant results rather than a large number of pages. Google’s search engine uses the PageRank algorithm which uses the number of links to a page as a measure of its

Search engines store web pages gathered by a web crawler or _______

Search engines store web pages gathered by a web crawler or spider. The page data is then indexed to facilitate fast _________

Search engines store web pages gathered by a _______ or spider

Search terms entered by the user form the search query which is used to search the ______ for matching terms. The pages are then returned in the user’s browser as the result set.

Professional organisations have a presence on the internet which may enable them to reach a larger audience. Websites can be used to create professional profiles which may assist in career development.____ are made available online and learning communities allow students to study remotely.

Professional organisations have a presence on the internet which may enable them to reach a larger audience. Websites can be used to create professional profiles which may assist in career development. Journals are made available online and learning communities allow students to study ______.

3d modelling software uses techniques such as

3d modelling software allows the user to sculpt or model objects, apply textures, set up a scene and then provide _______

3d modelling software allows the user to sculpt or model objects, _________, set up a scene and then provide light sources

3d modelling software allows animation. Objects are moved in a scene by stating

the appearance of smooth animation is what?

3d modelling software can provide _____ to allow more natural movement

weather forecasting software assimilates all of the data recorded to create a numerical model of ____

a sensor will record data from the physical environment. common sensors include -

the range of scenarios where computer automation can play a role is vast but what they all have in common is that they gather input using sensors and produce output using _____

a sensor will record data from the physical environment. common sensors include -

CAD allows designers to

designers can try out different ideas and styles without having to make physical prototypes until they are sure that the design is sound. You can't test every aspect as the amount of variables is vast. A prototype will have to be built at some point but the amount needed is kept to a minimum. what is being explained here?

designers can try out different ideas and styles without having to make physical prototypes until they are sure that the design is sound. You can't test every aspect as the amount of variables is vast. A prototype will have to be built at some point but the amount needed is kept to a minimum. what is being explained here?

As consumers, we expect everything we buy to be perfect. By enlisting machines to produce our products this can be guaranteed with a small error margin and a stable quality level. What is being explained?

advantages of computer aided manufacturing (CAM)

As robots do the job of repetitive actions faster, more precisely and with fewer breaks than a human ever could, this has meant a shift in the job market. There are fewer lower skilled _________ jobs, meaning that certain groups in society struggle to find employment.

although manual labour jobs have reduced because of automation jobs in ______ and monitoring robotic automation have increased

web spiders scour the internet, following links and recording ________ and the addresses of where these ______ were found (search engines)

searching the search engines index means what

web spiders scour the internet, following links and recording keywords and the addresses of where these keywords were found (search engines). These keywords are then ordered and stored in _____

search engine companies analyse their indexes using _____

the PageRank algorithm is Google's way of generating a rank order for the websites found in response to users' searches. It works by counting the number of links to a page from other websites. This gives google ________of how important a website is

the PageRank algorithm is Google's way of generating a rank order for the websites found in response to users' searches. It works by ___________ to a page from other websites. This gives google a rough estimate of how important a website is

almost every business will have a web presence, which can range from small sites which advertise goods to massive online shops. Most consumers will, before buying an item, search for it on the web. Increasingly people are also looking at online reviews before making purchases, especially of services or larger items such as electronics. The implication of this for a business is that they need to manage the flow of information very carefully. They will have twitter feeds, facebook pages. It is not uncommon for companies to __________ blogs or online reviews which are scathing of their business

one key concern for every business is what comes up when they are searched for. If you are not the first page of popular searches your business can suffer (lost sales) Negative reviews will also make the business suffer. Businesses spend a lot of money ensuring their websites, which they control are some of the first to appear in search engines. This requires _______

designers can try out different ideas and styles without having to make physical prototypes until they are sure that the design is sound. You can't test every aspect as the amount of variables is vast. A prototype will have to be built at some point but the amount needed is kept to a minimum. what is being explained here?

Examples of devices that use CAM are

CAD allows a user to design their product using a computer as 2D views from which it can produce a 3D view. CAM software will then convert the design into a __________

The algorithm used by a search engine is very important in returning the most relevant results rather than a large number of pages. Google’s search engine uses the ________algorithm which uses the number of links to a page as a measure of its importance

The algorithm used by a search engine is very important in returning the most relevant results rather than a large number of pages. Google’s search engine uses the PageRank algorithm which uses the number of links to a page as a measure of its

The algorithm used by a search engine is very important in returning the most relevant results rather than a large number of pages. Google’s search engine uses the PageRank algorithm which uses the number of links to a page as a measure of its

Search engines store web pages gathered by a web crawler or spider. The page data is then indexed to facilitate fast _________

Search terms entered by the user form the search query which is used to search the ______ for matching terms. The pages are then returned in the user’s browser as the result set.

3d modelling software allows the user to sculpt or model objects, _________, set up a scene and then provide light sources

3d modelling software can provide _____ to allow more natural movement

the appearance of smooth animation is what?

web spiders scour the internet, following links and recording ________ and the addresses of where these ______ were found (search engines)

although manual labour jobs have reduced because of automation jobs in ______ and monitoring robotic automation have increased

Robots can be used to work in environments that are _________for humans such as mines, under the sea or in nuclear power station cores.

Robots do not require rest breaks but, as they become more capable and are given greater __________

Computer control systems use sensors to provide an input signal which is then processed by software to generate an output signal. The output signal can be used as _____ in a closed loop control system to enable the output to be turned on and off automatically, for example, a thermostat in a heating system

Software used at weather stations must be capable of data logging. The data is then analysed and, based on previous scenarios, a simulated model is generated of the most likely weather pattern. Data patterns can be analysed to increase the accuracy of future predictions and to extract

The ________ used to control robots provides instructions needed to carry out specific actions.

Programs need to be carefully tested as they will often run _________.