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  • Modern Sensors - Biometric Technologies

    Credits: 8 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    Biometrics, as applied in the realm of modern technology and security, is a multifaceted field that revolves around the identification and verification of individuals based on their unique biological and behavioral characteristics.

    It stands as a pivotal branch of security and authentication systems, offering a reliable means of recognizing individuals in an increasingly interconnected world. This course provides a comprehensive look at biometric technologies, present and emerging modalities, and sensor system integration and implementation.

    Topics:

    • Introduction to Biometrics
    • Fundamentals of Biometric Sensors
    • Overview of Biometric Modalities
    • Principles of Fingerprint, Facial, Iris, and Vocal Biometrics
    • Principles of Palm Vein and Hand Geometry Biometrics
    • Behavior Biometrics (Keystroke, Gait, Signature)
    • Future Biometric Modalities (DNA, Brainwave, Sweat-based, Retinal)
    • Applications, Limits, and Challenges with Biometric Sensing
    • Liveness Detection, and Anti-Spoofing Measures
    • Bias, Encryption, Privacy and Security  
    • Feature Extraction, Multimodal Systems
    • Use of Continuous Authentication
    • Real World Applications and Case Studies
    • Sensor Integration and System Design

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: This course is general in nature, and is intended for systems, control, electrical, mechanical, civil, and other engineering professionals whose job description may require a generalized knowledge of biometric technologies.
    Publication Source: Originally developed content from Cadistics Courseware

    Donald Parnell, PE

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