Research Article
Development and Implementation of an Automated University Attendance Management System for Milton Margai Technical University
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International Journal of Computer Applications
Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
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| Volume 187 - Issue 89 |
| Published: March 2026 |
| Authors: Alhaji Sheku Sankoh, Alpha Bilahl Sesay, Emmanuel Conteh |
10.5120/ijca2026926564
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Alhaji Sheku Sankoh, Alpha Bilahl Sesay, Emmanuel Conteh . Development and Implementation of an Automated University Attendance Management System for Milton Margai Technical University. International Journal of Computer Applications. 187, 89 (March 2026), 41-45. DOI=10.5120/ijca2026926564
@article{ 10.5120/ijca2026926564,
author = { Alhaji Sheku Sankoh,Alpha Bilahl Sesay,Emmanuel Conteh },
title = { Development and Implementation of an Automated University Attendance Management System for Milton Margai Technical University },
journal = { International Journal of Computer Applications },
year = { 2026 },
volume = { 187 },
number = { 89 },
pages = { 41-45 },
doi = { 10.5120/ijca2026926564 },
publisher = { Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA }
}
%0 Journal Article
%D 2026
%A Alhaji Sheku Sankoh
%A Alpha Bilahl Sesay
%A Emmanuel Conteh
%T Development and Implementation of an Automated University Attendance Management System for Milton Margai Technical University%T
%J International Journal of Computer Applications
%V 187
%N 89
%P 41-45
%R 10.5120/ijca2026926564
%I Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
Abstract
The growing demand for efficiency, transparency, and accountability in higher education has prompted institutions to adopt automated solutions for managing academic and administrative operations. This paper presents the design and implementation of an Automated University Attendance Management System (AUAMS) developed for Milton Margai Technical University. The system is designed to address the limitations associated with traditional manual attendance recording for students, lecturers, and administrative personnel. AUAMS integrates biometric authentication and RFID technology with a centralized database to ensure accurate identification and real-time data synchronization. The design prioritizes user accessibility, data security, and ease of management through automated record generation and analytics. Implementation results indicate a significant improvement in accuracy, efficiency, and data reliability, while reducing human intervention and administrative workload. In comparison to conventional paper-based systems, AUAMS enables faster processing, seamless data retrieval, and comprehensive attendance reporting, thereby promoting accountability and enhancing institutional performance in academic administration.
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