ABSTRACT:
This project presents the design and implementation of a Smart Classroom Automation and Attendance Monitoring System using Raspberry Pi, integrating Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance the efficiency, intelligence, and sustainability of educational environments. The main goal of this system is to automate classroom appliances—such as fans and lights—based on real-time environmental data while simultaneously automating student attendance through face recognition. This dual functionality not only promotes energy conservation but also modernizes classroom management through intelligent automation.
The system’s core is the Raspberry Pi, which functions as the central processing and control unit, interfacing with various sensors and modules. The DHT11 sensor continuously monitors the classroom’s temperature and humidity levels, sending the data to the Raspberry Pi for analysis. When the temperature exceeds a predefined threshold, the system automatically adjusts the fan speed through Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control, ensuring optimal comfort without manual intervention. Conversely, when the temperature decreases, the fan speed is reduced or completely switched off to save energy. Similarly, the LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) sensor is used to detect the intensity of ambient light within the classroom. If the surrounding light level drops below a specified limit, the system automatically turns ON the classroom lights. When sufficient natural light is detected, it turns them OFF, effectively reducing unnecessary power consumption and enhancing overall energy efficiency.
In addition to environmental automation, the system features an intelligent attendance monitoring system that utilizes facial recognition technology. A Pi Camera Module captures real-time facial images of students as they enter the classroom. These captured images are processed using OpenCV and the face_recognition Python library, which compare the detected faces with a pre-registered database of students. Upon successful recognition, the student’s name, ID, and timestamp are automatically recorded in the attendance database. This eliminates the need for manual attendance-taking methods such as roll calls or biometric scans, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors.
Furthermore, all environmental and attendance data are stored in a local or cloud-based database for future reference and analysis. Teachers and administrators can easily access attendance logs or environmental history through a simple interface. This integration of IoT sensors with AI-powered recognition systems enables a fully automated, real-time monitoring solution that is accurate, scalable, and cost-effective.
The project demonstrates how emerging technologies like IoT and AI can be effectively combined to transform traditional classrooms into intelligent learning environments. It significantly reduces human intervention, minimizes energy wastage, and ensures accurate attendance records. Moreover, the system contributes to sustainability by optimizing the use of electrical appliances based on real-time conditions. By automating both environmental control and student monitoring, the proposed system enhances the overall learning experience, supports digital transformation in education, and represents an innovative step toward building next-generation smart educational institutions.



OBJECTIVES:
The primary objective of this project is to design and implement a Smart Classroom Automation and Attendance Monitoring System that leverages the power of Raspberry Pi, IoT (Internet of Things), and AI (Artificial Intelligence) technologies.
The system aims to automate classroom appliances such as fans and lights based on real-time environmental data and to perform attendance tracking using face recognition technology, thereby enhancing classroom efficiency, accuracy, and energy conservation.