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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 ... -
Potential use of black soldier fly larvae to reduce faecal sludge quantity from lined and unlined pit latrines in urban slums : a case study of Bwaise in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-12-06)Faecal sludge management (FSM) in urban slums is faced with a number of challenges due to the nature of settlement and high population density and this prompts the residents and pit emptiers to illegally dump FS into the ... -
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 ... -
Modelling of chlorine decay in a portable water distribution network : case study of Kampala Distribution Network, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-08-16)The most expensive component of a water supply system is the distribution network. Proper understanding, characterization and prediction of water quality behavior in drinking water distribution systems are critical in ... -
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 ... -
Improvement of health and safety of small-scale iron ore miners in South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)The study examines the improvement of health and safety of Artisan and Small-Scale iron ore miners in South West Uganda. Mining in Uganda is carried out by a combination of officially registered mining companies and artisanal ... -
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 ... -
Optimized planning of isolated renewable energy systems for rural electrification in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-19)Though there is a high potential for electricity generation in Uganda, 80% of the population cannot afford the costs of grid connection or the other forms of energy. Research has also shown that most of the cost in both ... -
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 ... -
Reliability of Power Transformers at Kiira and Nalubaale Power Stations
(2019-10)This research was a case-study aimed at investigating and developing a statistical transformer model able to predict future failures at Nalubaale and Kiira power stations. The Weibull distribution was identified as an ... -
Technical Project Report for the Rehabilitation and Water Treatment Production Capacity Optimization of Ggaba Water Treatment Complex and Transmission Mains Improvement
(2019-07-27)This project report offers a brief review of the selection process of the contractor and consequently the work scope that was performed under a Euro 5,885,780.80 sub-contract with Sogea Satom to rehabilitate the Ggaba Water ... -
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 ...
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