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Design and Development of a Student Record System

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  • Francis Katao Silwamba Department of ICT, School of Engineering, Information and Communications University, Lusaka, Zambia

    francissilwamba@gmail.com

  • Mwashi Matela Department of ICT, School of Engineering, Information and Communications University, Lusaka, Zambia

Abstract

Having a well-managed student information system is key to improving the way an education system functions, however having the traditional manual system most of the times lead to fragmented data, redundant process which wastes a lot of time. These make it hard to keep up with student records which also create inefficiencies for both the administration and also the teachers. As a result, it becomes difficult to manage tasks like student enrollment, grades, and attendance, ultimately affecting decision-making. To solve these issues, my project targets developing a more comprehensive Students Records System (SRS) that automates and centralizes the management of student records through digitizing data, this system aims to automate administrative tasks and improve communication between students, faculty, and staff. . This approach helps reduce the errors and cuts down on redundancy, and saves time for everyone involved in the safe guarding and storing the records. The system’s design will prioritize data accuracy, ease of use, and security. In this era schools and universities now rely more on technology to handle academic and administrative tasks, a well-designed Student Record System (SRS) helps streamline operations, making things more efficient for both students and the institution. The Students Records System (SRS) will be designed to revolutionize the way educational institutions manage and use student information by providing a centralized platform for storing, retrieving, and analyzing data. With the help of consultations with stakeholders and surveys and research, I was able to find the weaknesses of the existing manual systems, I there after developed a systematic approach to address these challenges. In conclusion, the SRS is a significant advancement in how student information is managed. It offers a solution tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions. By streamlining administrative processes, improving communication, and giving stakeholders access to actionable insights, the SRS lays the foundation for better performance and improved student outcomes.

Keywords:

Design Development Management Student Record System System Development

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Journal

Scientific Journal of Engineering, and Technology

Volume (Issue)

2(1), (2025)

Pages

40-54

Published

13-04-2025

How to Cite

Silwamba, F. K., & Matela, M. (2025). Design and Development of a Student Record System. Scientific Journal of Engineering, and Technology, 2(1), 40-54. https://doi.org/10.69739/sjet.v2i1.424

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