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In this activity, learners explore how engineers incorporate biometric technologies into products as well as the challenges of engineers who must weigh privacy, security and other issues when designing a system. Learners examine different biometric techniques, find their own hand geometry biometrics, and then work in teams of "engineers" to design a high-tech security system for a museum.
- Under 5 minutes
- 1 to 2 hours
- free per group of students
- Ages 8 - 18
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Student Resource Sheets
- Student Worksheets
- Pencils
- Blank sheets of paper
- Ruler
- Copies of all hand geometry codes
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
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Computing
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
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Engineering
- Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
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Technology
- Information and Communication
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Computing
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Life Sciences
- Heredity and Genetics
- Human Body
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Mathematics
- Geometry
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Measurement
- Size and Scale
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The Nature of Science
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Science and Society
- Risks and Benefits
- Ethics
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
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Science and Society
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The Nature of Technology
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Technology and Society
- Impacts of Technology
- Technology and History
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The Design Process
- Invention and Innovation
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Technology and Society
Informal Categories
- Computers
- Electronics
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
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