The new system, which is expected to be in operation from the beginning of July, will be used to verify the identity of students at the institute and to enable them to access securely their academic transcripts and other personal records through information kiosk terminals installed at various locations on campus.
Students can view their personal data by inserting their student ID cards in the terminals, known as Kyoumu Interactive Support System (KISS), and placing their palms over the reader.
Fujitsu’s contactless palm vein authentication technology uses its SafetyMAM system, which is designed to manage the smart card lifecycle from issuance to termination, and the SafetyDomain application software, which enables secure log-ins to PCs and administrative applications using smart cards.
The FeliCa compatible dual interface Java Card from Dai Nippon Printing combines the functions of its Java Card and FeliCa card on one chip, with cross-access functions that enable use of Java smart card applications through a contactless interface.
The Chiba Institute implemented the system in response to the Personal Data Protection Law which went into full effect this April in Japan and the gravity of personal information leakage at its facility.
The Institute is also considering the application of multi-functional smart cards to manage room access to study halls, for class attendance and for the lending of books and other reference materials.
