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Using remote sensing and GIS to monitor land cover dynamics for Budongo Forest Reserve
(Makerere University, 2019-05-20)Studying land use dynamics of these forest reserves is essential for analysing various ecological and developmental consequences over time. This study aimed at analysing and modelling the temporal dynamics of land cover ... -
An assessment of stage bus transit operations in the Greater Kampala, Uganda
(International Refereed Journal of Engineering and Science, 2021-06)Stage buses play an important and dominant role in transporting people in large cities across the globe. Buses carry more passengers than the private cars, reduce carbon emissions, alleviate traffic jam and foster urban ... -
A spatial temporal approach to assess the impact of urbanization on peri-urban cultural heritage sites : a case study of Naggalabi Coronation SIte (2002-2015)
(Makerere University, 2021-01-26)Uganda possesses a number of peri-urban landscapes blessed with cultural heritage of which one peri urban heritage site is thoroughly studied for urbanization impacts in this master’s dissertation. Naggalabi site among ... -
Solid waste management and road maintanance in Bugongi Town Council Sheema District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This report comprises of the activities I participated in, carried out and observed while I was on my industrial training from May to October 2020. The events and procedures of the work done and observed were recorded in ... -
Construction supervision of the proposed residential apartments development (Dashen Heights) on Plots 2594 and 2596 Block 15 Kibuga, Nsambya, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2020-12-11)This report presents the technical findings and aspects of construction project management techniques applied by the student while working with other stakeholders during the construction of the Proposed Residential Apartments ... -
An assessment of stage bus transit operations in the greater Kampala, Uganda
(2021)Stage buses play an important and dominant role in transporting people in large cities across the globe. Buses carry more passengers than the private cars, reduce carbon emissions, alleviate traffic jam and foster urban ... -
Electrical works for Carrefour Hyper Market at Oasis Mall, Kampala Uganda
(2020-12-11)This was a private project that was initiated with the aim of improving the facilities at Oasis mall to high standard supermarket with international standards and aiming at a profit-making venture. Following the same model ... -
Construction supervision of a multi-storey administrative building at Law Development Centre (LDC)-Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021-03-02)Law Development Centre is the employer/client for the proposed contract for design and construction supervision of Multi-purpose office block at the centre. LDC-Kampala, the centre for professional and legal training is ... -
Effects of Land Use Land Cover Change on Carbon Dioxide Emissions in Mbarara District.
(Makerere University, 2021)To explore the impact of human activities on the global carbon cycle, carbon emission has become one of the major concerns in academic circles. Land use and land cover change directly influence carbon storage and emissions ... -
Construction of Agweng Primary School Total Sanitation Lira District
(Makerere University, 2021-03-19)The Government of Uganda is committed to a policy for the increased provision of safe water supply and adequate sanitation to the whole population. Access to safe water and hygienic sanitation facilities provides a solid ... -
Construction Of 500 Metric Tonne Capacity Multi Grain Precleaning, Processing And Storage Complex In Arua Municipality
(Makerere University, 2021-02-15)This research report is a presentation of the authors involvement and skill attained in project management of the design, build supply, test and commission of 500 metric tonne capacity multi grain precleaning, processing ... -
Documentation and construction supervision of the proposed residential apartments (Dashen heights) on plots 2594 & 2596, Kibuga, Nsambya.
(2020-12-12)Construction is a process that involves many stakeholders with diverse interests, talents and backgrounds. The owner, the designer and the Contractor comprise the primary triad of parties, but other vital stakeholders ... -
Installation of two lines of 2500mm diameter Armco culverts at Aturukuku river along Bison-Juba road in Tororo Municipal council
(2021-02)River Aturukuku is located along Bison- Juba road2 km from town centre of Tororo Municipal Council. Constructed in 2010 by installing three lines of 1500mm diameter Armco culverts and the head walls and wing walls constructed ... -
Developing a web-based mobile GIS application for monitoring the Uganda standard gauge railway right of way
(2020-11)Railway reserves in Uganda are encroached on by settlements, farming activities and informal businesses such as vending and tree nurseries. Studies have recommended, among others, the need for regular inspections and ... -
Towards improving schedule performance of construction projects in Uganda with lean construction
(2021-01-22)Among the management concepts and methods implemented to improve construction project schedules is the integration of lean tools in the construction project cycle. Lean is a production management-based project delivery ... -
Estimation and mapping of fossil fuel carbon emissions using night time light and population data in Uganda
(2020-03)Scientific research on fossil fuel carbon emission has emerged as a high priority in climate studies, bio-geochemistry, health studies, environmental assessment and global change policy. However, the estimation and mapping ... -
Mapping the land cover changes in the Mabira forest using satelite imagery.
(2019-03-15)Mabira Forest is the largest gazzetted forest in Central Uganda. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding Mabira Forest due to deforestation. In light of this, several campaigns and efforts have been made by various ... -
Determining vulnerability to impacts of floods amongst heterogeneous communities in the Nyamwamba catchment, Western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-04-10)On the 1st of May, 2013 the Nyamwamba catchment in Western Uganda experienced flash flood episodes that have re-occurred over the years, destroying property, killing and displacing residents without a corresponding reduction ... -
Construction of one block of teachers’ house & two blocks of two stance VIP drainable latrine at Magburu Primary School in Adjumani District.
(2021-03-18)Adjumani District Local Government through the department of Education and Sports has the mandate to plan and develop quality educational infrastructures such as teachers’ houses and VIP drainable latrine stances. Upon ... -
Application of high resolution satellite imargery for updating topographic maps of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-05-05)Uganda like most of the countries in Africa have completed their initial topographic base series mapping using aerial survey. Those areas which have not yet been mapped are either the most remote and inaccessible mountainous ...
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