DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN AUTOMATED

ATTENDANCE SYSTEM USING FINGERPRINT RECOGNITION FOR

STUDENTS IN CLASSROOMS AND HOSTELS

A Project Proposal Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements

for the Degree of Masters in Computer Science

Prepared By:

Ismaila ADEPOJU

PG22126837

Submitted To:

Supervisor: Dr. Lawrence O. Omotosho

Department of Information and Communication Technology

Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences

Osun State University, Osogbo

Date:

February 22, 2023

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 INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this research is to design and implement an automated attendance

system using fingerprint recognition technology for students in classrooms and hostels.
This project aims to provide a fast, reliable, and user-friendly way for students to record
their attendance, while also streamlining attendance tracking and administrative
processes for instructors and administrators.

BACKGROUND

Currently, most schools use manual attendance tracking methods, which are time-
consuming, prone to errors, and can be easily manipulated. Fingerprint recognition
technology provides a secure and accurate way to track attendance and has been
successfully used in various industries, including healthcare, banking, and law
enforcement.

PROBLEM STATEMENT

The current attendance tracking methods in schools are inefficient, and there is a need
for a more reliable and secure way to track attendance. This project aims to address this
need by designing and implementing an automated attendance system using
fingerprint recognition technology for students in classrooms and hostels.

PRELIMINARY LITERATURE REVIEW

A review of existing literature shows that automated attendance systems using

fingerprint recognition technology for students have been implemented in several
countries, including India, Malaysia, and the United States. However, there is a lack of
studies on the effectiveness of these systems in improving attendance rates and
reducing truancy.

Automated attendance systems using biometric technology, particularly fingerprint

recognition, have gained popularity in many educational institutions outside Nigeria,
as an alternative to traditional paper-based attendance systems. This technology offers

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several advantages, including increased accuracy and security, and reduced
administrative burden. The use of biometric technology has also been shown to
decrease the incidence of fraud and impersonation, ensuring that attendance records are
reliable and authentic.

Several studies have been conducted on the effectiveness of automated attendance

systems using biometric technology. In a study by R. Gupta and V. Choudhary (2015), it
was found that the use of a fingerprint recognition system for student attendance
management led to increased accuracy and reduced administrative burden. A similar
study by D. K. Sharma and A. K. Saxena (2018) also found that the use of biometric
technology improved attendance accuracy and reduced the time required to manage
attendance records.

Moreover, the effectiveness of these systems in reducing truancy and improving

student attendance rates has been widely studied. For instance, a study by R. J. Garba, I.
I. Buba, and M. T. Usman (2017) found that an automated attendance system using
fingerprint recognition technology was effective in reducing truancy rates among
secondary school students in Nigeria. Another study by S. C. Varade and S. S. Sane
(2019) also showed that the use of biometric technology resulted in increased
attendance rates and a reduction in truancy in a higher education institution in India.

Despite the potential benefits of automated attendance systems using biometric

technology, some concerns have been raised about their implementation. These include
privacy concerns and the ethical considerations around the use of biometric data. There
is a need for guidelines and regulations to ensure that these systems are implemented in
a fair and responsible manner, taking into account the concerns and rights of students
and other stakeholders.

In summary, the existing literature shows that the use of an automated attendance
system using fingerprint recognition technology has the potential to improve
attendance accuracy, reduce administrative burden, and decrease truancy rates in
educational institutions. However, there is a need for further research to identify the
factors that influence the effectiveness of these systems and to address the ethical and
privacy concerns surrounding their implementation. The proposed study will
contribute to the existing literature by providing new empirical evidence on the
effectiveness of an automated attendance system using fingerprint recognition

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technology, and by identifying the factors that may influence its effectiveness in
classrooms and hostels

METHODOLOGY

The proposed system will consist of a biometric sensor, a software program, a mobile
application, and a web interface. The biometric sensor will be used to capture the
student's fingerprint and match it against a database of registered fingerprints. The
software program will be responsible for verifying the student's identity and marking
their attendance. The mobile application and web interface will allow students,
instructors, and administrators to access the system from anywhere on campus.

The project will be conducted in three phases:

1. Design phase: This phase will involve the design of the system architecture,
database schema, and user interfaces.
2. Implementation phase: This phase will involve the development of the software
program, mobile application, and web interface, and the installation of the
biometric sensor in classrooms and hostels.
3. Testing phase: This phase will involve testing the system for accuracy, reliability,
and user-friendliness.

PROJECT SCOPE

The scope of this project is to design and implement an automated attendance system
using fingerprint recognition technology for students in classrooms, examination halls,
and hostels. The system will consist of a biometric sensor, a database for storing
registered fingerprints, and a software application for attendance tracking and
reporting. The system will also be integrated with the school's security and hostel
management systems, as well as be accessible through a mobile application and web
interface. The project will be carried out at Osun State University, Oshogbo, and will
involve testing the system on a sample of 500 students.

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 TIMELINE

The timeline for this project will be as follows:

Month 1: Project planning and scoping

Month 2-4: Design and development of the automated attendance system

Month 5: Testing and validation of the system on a sample of 100 students

Month 6: Integration of the system with the school's security and hostel management
systems

Month 7: Testing and validation of the system on a sample of 400 students

Month 8-10: Deployment and training of instructors and administrators on the use of
the system

Month 11: Final testing and validation of the system

Month 12: Final report writing and project submission

EXPECTED OUTCOMES AND IMPLICATIONS

The proposed automated attendance system using fingerprint recognition for students
is expected to improve attendance tracking in schools and reduce truancy. The system
will provide a fast, reliable, and user-friendly way for students to record their
attendance, while also streamlining attendance tracking and administrative processes
for instructors and administrators. The system will also help schools to identify
potential attendance issues early and take necessary actions to address them.

NOVELTY OF THE PROPOSED SYSTEM

The novelty of the proposed system is the use of fingerprint recognition technology to
automate attendance tracking for students in classrooms, examination halls, and
hostels. While there are existing attendance systems that use other methods such as

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barcode scanning or RFID, the use of fingerprint recognition technology provides a
more secure and reliable method of verifying student identity.

In addition, the proposed system includes features such as real-time attendance

tracking, automatic notifications for irregularities, and integration with existing security
and hostel management systems, which can help to improve administrative efficiency
and identify potential issues related to student absenteeism.

Overall, the proposed system offers a more advanced and comprehensive solution to
attendance tracking in schools, which could result in improved accuracy, efficiency, and
convenience for students and instructors alike

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, the proposed automated attendance system using fingerprint recognition

for students has the potential to revolutionize attendance tracking in schools. This
project aims to design and implement a system that is reliable, secure, and user-
friendly, and can help schools to improve attendance rates and reduce truancy

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