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Biometrics Courses >>>> Introduction to Biometrics

Introduction to Biometrics - 1-day Course

Course Overview

This course explains all the main elements of biometrics and discusses the way they are used in practise today. The topic range starts from just a simple explanation of the word right through to practical examples being used today and why certain biometrics work in some areas and not for others. Maybe you are considering looking at biometrics for your home or business? The knowledge gained from this course will be very useful in helping you make the right choices about the future of your security.

Who Should Attend

Anyone who has little or no knowledge of biometrics such as students or those seeking a career in biometrics or anyone considering installing biometric systems will definitely benefit from this course. This is an essential module for those who wish to progress to more detailed biometric courses or sessions.

Interactive Session

Included is a practical biometric system which allows attendees to use and abuse an actual system

Course Content

General introduction to biometrics
The word explained
The sole purpose of biometrics
Why biometrics are not black and white solutions
Different biometric technologies
- Fingerprint
- Retinal Scanning
- Iris
- Facial
- Hand Geometry
- Voice
- Signature
More obscure / future biometric types
- Electro field
- DNA
Practical demonstration
Enrolment
Verification
Identification
One to one vs one to many
How your biometric information is stored
The processed (stored) image as templates
Image retention vs processed image retention
Minutia vs pattern match
Why biometrics sometimes do not work
Domestic systems - access control, time & attendance, library, clubs
National systems - e-passports, national identity cards
Biometrics on the Web – a minefield?
Discussion on current news issues
Discussion on future possible applications
Q&A

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