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Automatic Door Lock System Using Biometrics and Mcu

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AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK SYSTEM

USING BIOMETRICS AND MCU

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

By:

Algene Frias

Jester Mallari

Von William Opelanio

At

The Lyceum of the Philippines University – Laguna

2011-2012

APPROVAL PAGE

In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, this feasibility study entitled “Automatic Door Lock System Using Biometrics and MCU” has been prepared by Algene Frias, Jester Mallari and Von William Opelanio.

Approved by: _________________________________ Engr. Juliet Niega Adviser

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This project is dedicated to our Parents who have never failed to give us financial and moral support, for giving …show more content…

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