Abstract:
The project aims to create and deploy an RFID-based attendance system using a Raspberry Pi 4B
to streamline attendance processes for students and employees at ULK Polytechnic Institute. By
leveraging RFID technology, the system automates attendance tracking, minimizes errors, and
enhances overall efficiency. Individuals scan their RFID cards at designated access points, and the
data is securely stored in a centralized database.
The Raspberry Pi processes the data from RFID readers and interfaces with hardware components
such as servo motors to enable automated door access. The system incorporates role-based access
control, providing different user groups; administrators, lecturers, security personnel, and finance
staff with access to specific functions through customized dashboards. Each user group is
responsible for managing tasks such as student attendance, employee tracking, and RFID card
registration.
This automated system not only improves accuracy and reduces administrative workload but also
generates real-time reports, aligning with Rwanda's national objectives of utilizing technology to
enhance governance in education. Furthermore, it serves as a prototype for future smart campus
solutions, contributing to the digital transformation of the educational sector.
