School of Built Environment (SBE) Collections: Recent submissions
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A comparative study of the resource requirements for external plaster finish of concrete block wall versus earth brick wall
(Makerere University, 2022-12-14)This dissertation entails a field measurement study that involved collecting and utilizing primary data for analysis criteria. Generally, in building construction there is less knowledge on the volume of plaster and ... -
Evaluating the potential of using Geo- information technology for property taxation in Kira town council.
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Property taxation is one of the commonest revenue sources for local governments worldwide and Uganda is no exception. This tax is boosted by the rapid rate of urbanization which has seen an increase in urban populations ... -
Development of a model to predict construction Cost Over-Runs of building projects in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-08-03)Cost contingencies that range from 5% to 10% in budgets of construction projects in Uganda are routinely exhausted before projects are complete necessitating mobilization of more funds that results in cost over-runs. The ... -
Emergency replacement of Manafwa bridge on Tororo –Mbale road (design &build)
(Makerere University, 2019-06-18)The “old Manafwa Bridge” failed in 2015 due to excessive punching shear forces along vehicle tracks. On 6th April 2016, a design & build contract was signed between the Government of the Republic of Uganda represented by ... -
A project report for remodelling of existing meetinghouse and construction of a new meetinghouse at Walukuba, 9-13, Tabingwa Road, Jinja
(Makerere University, 2020-12)The report details a multitude of construction and project management practices that the author participated in as part of the Consultant's project management team during the remodelling of existing meetinghouse and ... -
Construction of a new aviation fuel depot and hydrant system at Entebbe International Airport
(Makerere University, 2020-01)This project report presents and gives details of the technical findings of the Construction of the Main building, Control room, and Gatehouses (2no) at Entebbe International Airport Fuel in which the author participated ... -
Monitoring the spatial-temporal drought events and their impact on the productivity of selected major crops in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-05-15)Drought is a natural local, regional or global phenomenon that is caused by the lack of precipitation over a period. Drought in agriculture is ―shortage of water in the root zone, resulting in decreased crop yield‖ (Salekdeh ... -
Feasibility of large-scale grid connected solar PV systems for Entebbe International Airport.
(Makerere University, 2022-09-08)The solar photovoltaic industry has grown in the recent years, surpassing any other renewable energy sources worldwide, accelerating the need for carbon neutral electricity. In most developed countries and domestic ... -
Technical project report for the construction of the proposed Kireka Adventist Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2020-12-08)This project report contains details about the construction of the Proposed Kireka Adventist Hospital in Wakiso District as of January 2021. The report focuses on construction project management and contract administration, ... -
Project report for construction of Kigarama Seed Secondary School in Sheema District
(Makerere University, 2022-09-19)This project report contains details of construction of Kigarama Seed Secondary School in Kigarama Sub County, Sheema District. Kigarama Sub County is in the north of Sheema District and boarders Masheruka Town Council and ... -
Construction supervision of Rwentaka sunbeach box culvert
(Makerere University, 2022-09-19)This project report details the level and extent of my involvement in the Construction of Rwentaka Sunbeach Box Culvert in Kabwohe Division Sheema Municipal Council along Kyagaju - Rwentaka Sunbeach road. Sheema Municipal ... -
Technical project report for construction of Manyogaseka Seed Secondary School, Kassanda District.
(Makerere University, 2022-02)This report details the construction methodology and the positive aspects of construction project management exercised by the author and the project team at large while implementing the construction works for Manyogaseka ... -
Effect of land use land cover change on soil erosion potential rate in Rwampara district.
(Makerere University, 2020-10-30)The massive effect of soil erosion is one of the major sources of land degradation that affects human lives in many ways which occur mainly due to deforestation, poor agricultural practices, overgrazing, wildfire and ... -
Assessing tree species distribution in Budongo Forest Uganda using GIS and remote sensing
(Makerere University, 2021-10)Uganda recognizes that forests are central to the three pillars of sustainable development which are economy, society and the environment. Global Forest Resources Assessment (FRA), coordinated by the Food and Agricultural ... -
Solid waste management, road maintenance, building construction projects.
(Makerere University, 2021-03-25)This report comprises of the activities I participated in, carried out and observed while I was on my industrial training from September 2020 to February 2021. The events and procedures of the work done and observed were ... -
Field industrial training report on construction management
(Makerere University, 2021)This field report was an interactive tool and application of skills learnt during Field industrial training as a requirement to the award of Post Graduate Diploma in construction management. Scope of field training ranged ... -
Upgrade of Pamaka Health Centre 11 to 111 under Ugift in Nebbi district local government.
(Makerere University, 2022-02-01)Post graduate students of Makerere University pursuing Diploma in Construction Project Management are required to be involved in the execution of projects to put into practice theoretical knowledge acquired at School during ... -
Application of GIS in crime prediction: a case study of burglary within Nakawa Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2022-02-02)Crime is a common social problem that affects the quality of life and the economic growth of a society. Whether causing physical harm, psychological trauma or economic setbacks, crime affects everyone. In most developing ... -
Upgrading of Nyeikunama neighborhood Muhanga town council.
(Makerere University, 2022-02-10)The study was carried out in Nyeikunama neighborhood which is located in Muhanga Town Council. She started as a small trading Centre. With time it has developed and expanded gradually into its present status. It is ... -
Project management practice on the construction of a maternity ward at Kabahango Health Centre Grade II in Buheesi Subcounty - Bunyangabu District
(Makerere University, 2022)Project management practice on the construction of a maternity ward at Kabahango Health Centre Grade II in Buheesi Subcounty - Bunyangabu District. This study provides a brief review of the construction project management ...