Category: Education

Mr. Elvis Taruh successfully defended his master’s thesis titled “Development of Edge/AI Applications with HPC” at the Faculty of Information Systems and Technologies, University of Donja Gorica.

ABSTRACT – The efficiency of training artificial intelligence (AI) models has become a crucial factor in modern research, especially when dealing with complex systems that require substanial computational power. This study explores how the application of high-performance computing (HPC) and Edge devices can optimize the AI model training process, reducing processing time and improving efficiency. Through an experimental approach, AI model training was analyzed across three different platforms. Local computer, Google Colab and the HPC cluster at the University of Donja Gorica. As a practical example, livestock detection was used. By comparing the training time, memory consumption, and model accuracy, the research demonstrates that HPC clusters significantly accelerate the training process compared to traditional methods, while Edge devices enable faster real-time data analysis.

Mr. Arnad Lekić successfully defended his master’s thesis titled “Development of an AI Tutor Using Large Language Models and HPC” at the Faculty of Information Systems and Technologies, University of Donja Gorica.

ABSTRACT – This thesis explores the development of a personalized AI tutor using large language models (LLMs), with a specific focus on the LLaMA architecture and the application of High-Performance Computing (HPC) resources. The research involves the acquisition, setup, and evaluation of an open-source LLaMA model, with the goal of building a system capable of automated test grading. Special emphasis is placed on the training efficiency and feasibility of running the model locally using the available computing nodes, compared to cloud-based solutions like Google Colab. Beyond the technical implementation, the study also addresses the ethical challenges of using generative AI in education. Through experimental analysis, the research demonstrates that open models can be effectively adapted for educational purposes, with the potential to expand to grading diverse exam formats and generating educational content. The work provides directions for future development of systems leveraging advanced multimodal models for more complex tasks.

Ms. Enisa Trubljanin successfully defended her master’s thesis titled “Deep Learning with Application in Education” at the Faculty of Information Systems and Technologies, University of Donja Gorica. The development and testing of these solutions were supported by high-performance computing (HPC) resources provided through the EuroCC initiative in Montenegro.

ABSTRACT – This master’s thesis explores the potential application of deep learning in education through the development and evaluation of two concrete solutions: an intelligent chatbot for solving matrix problems and a model for detecting cheating during online exams by analyzing eye movement. The first part of the thesis provides a theoretical foundation of deep learning, with a focus on neural networks, their architectures, transfer learning, and evaluation metrics. The practical part presents the development of a chatbot based on advanced language and mathematical models, implemented using high-performance computing cluster resources, enabling students to engage in interactive mathematics learning. Additionally, a model for detecting cheating through gaze analysis was developed, trained on the Columbia Gaze Dataset, and integrated into an online exam proctoring system. Evaluation results demonstrate a high level of accuracy and user satisfaction for both solutions. Beyond the technical aspects, the thesis also addresses ethical issues and privacy concerns related to the use of artificial intelligence in educational settings. Based on the findings, the study highlights the broad range of potential applications of deep learning in modern educational systems.