College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT): Recent submissions
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Techno-Economic and environmental assessment of Biogas digestate for solid biofuel production.
(Makerere University, 2024-07-29)This study evaluated the techno-economic and environmental viability of a briquette production project from digestate. The objectives were to assess the quality of briquettes, estimate the cost of production, determine ... -
Assessing the impact of scope adjustment on project cost as a measure of project success : A case study on the construction supervision of Kwik Residential Apartments in Mutungo, Kigo
(Makerere University, 2024)In the context of construction projects, a variation usually refers to any change or modification made to the original scope, design, or specifications of the project. Variations can arise due to various reasons such as ... -
Claims management on Masaka - Bukakata Road Project
(Makerere University, 2024-08)Claims, being endemic in nature, have the ability to define the success of a project. This research study was therefore conducted to analyze claims, their root causes and devise effective management techniques to counter ... -
Optimization and life cycle costing of a Hybrid power system for Waste management.
(Makerere University, 2024)The rising population and economic activities in Kampala have led to a surge in municipal waste production, presenting a pressing waste management challenge for the Bwaise market community. This study proposed a waste-to-energy ... -
The impact of compensation delays on water supply projects: case study of construction supervision of Kapchorwa Town Water Supply and Sanitation System
(Makerere University, 2024-06)Compensation of Project Affected Persons on water supply and sanitation projects can sometimes be unfair and delayed hence leading to protests from the affected persons and delays in the project completion. The study was ... -
Evaluation of the quality of bioethanol produced from various sweet sorghum stalks
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This study assessed bioethanol production from sweet sorghum stalks in Uganda, aiming to provide knowledge on local sorghum varieties' potential for bioethanol production. The study identified sorghum varieties with potential ... -
The construction of subcounty administration block in KOCHEKA subcounty, Bukedea district
(Makerere University, 2024)This report is about the Construction of the Administration Block for Kocheka Sub County in Bukedea District, under which the author participated as Project Manager on the Clients’ side. Detailed construction approach ... -
The construction of subcounty administration block in KOCHEKA subcounty, Bukedea district
(Makerere University, 2024)This report is about the Construction of the Administration Block for Kocheka Sub County in Bukedea District, under which the author participated as Project Manager on the Clients’ side. Detailed construction approach ... -
An assessment of project variations in the construction of the Gulu logistics hub in Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)This study evaluates the variations encountered during the construction of the Gulu logistics hub, aiming to identify variations incurred, analyze their effects, and recommend best practices for mitigation on construction ... -
Drivers of cost overruns on drainage construction of Nabulagala channel in Lubaga Division
(Makerere University, 2024)Construction projects form part of infrastructure projects, implemented with the primary objective of delivering value to society, and this has existed for ages. In the recent past, the construction sector has become leading ... -
Exploring Vertical Housing for Informal Settlements: A case of Kamwokya II in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2024-08)In Uganda, urban informal settlements pose significant challenges in terms of housing quality, density, and livaebility, especially in rapidly growing cities like Kampala. This study explores the plausibility of introducing ... -
Determinants of cost and time overrun in Construction project: a case of construction of Boro Solar - Powered pipe water supply gravity flow system in Pakwach District.
(Makerere University, 2024-06-28)The construction industry contributes a lot to the development of a country. In the same way, the Ugandan construction industry is important and contributes to Uganda's development. Most construction projects experience ... -
Strategies for enhancing Mortgage Financing accessibility in Uganda: analyzing urban house developers awareness, challenges, and Bank credit professionals' perceptions.
(Makerere University, 2024-07-12)In Uganda, stringent mortgage eligibility terms impede access to housing finance services, deterring many prospective house developers from obtaining loans. Within a positivist research paradigm, this study investigates ... -
Characterization and cooking performance of charcoal briquettes made solely from matooke peelings
(Makerere University, 2023)Charcoal briquettes are an inexpensive alternative cooking fuel to wood charcoal and firewood, that can be made from loose biomass. Matooke is one of the most consumed foods in Uganda and the Great Lakes Region. It contributes ... -
Busia Neighbourhood Redevelopment project.
(Makerere University, 2024-02-17)Proposed design area is located in the heart of Wandegeya Parish. It is an area characterized by a lot student activity due to the high student population from the neighbouring institutions that is Makerere University and ... -
Trip generation modeling for forecasting travel demand of rapidly expanding Cities. A case of Lira City.
(Makerere University, 2024-03)Transportation planning which involves trip generation, trip distribution, modal split, and network assignment processes is very important in urban areas for matching travel demand and transport facilities. Most transportation ... -
Redevelopement of Teso bar neighbourhood in Adyel Division-Lira City West
(Makerere University, 2024-02)SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: To protect and realise the potential of Teso Bar Community as part of the Lira City Centre”. To maintain and enhance the open space at the heart of Teso Bar in a way that is commensurate with its ... -
Assessing the efficiency of indigenous soil and water conservation methods used in Mountainous regions of Uganda (case study of Nyamiyaga village Kisoro District)
(Makerere University, 2024-01-12)Water and soil are basic natural resources that support life in all forms. These resources are scarce to meet the increasing demands of man, which calls for their conservation. The purpose of the study was therefore to ... -
Proposed pharmaceutical warehouse and office construction.
(Makerere University, 2020-12)National Medical Stores (NMS) is an autonomous government corporation that was established in 1993 under Act of Parliament, Chapter 207 of the laws of Uganda by the Ugandan legislature. Its core mandate was to procure, ...