School of Built Environment (SBE)
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Issues on construction waste: The need for sustainable waste management system for high rise commercial buildings in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022)The research covers a range of strategies such as facilitating the development alternatives to disposal, appropriate waste management and the management of regulation needed to effectively to reduce the amount of waste ... -
Investigating the viability of air conditioning units in cooling buildings in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2022-02)This research paper presents the results of ventilation studies in naturally ventilated residential or commercial buildings and those that use mechanical ventilation (air conditioning units) in Kampala city, Uganda. Interview ... -
Quantifying the Effect of Soil Erosion on Soil Fertility Using GIS and Remote Sensing Techniques.
(Makerere University, 2021-12-20)Soil erosion is a major challenge to agriculture especially in hilly and mountainous areas. The removal of top fertile denies crops access to the much needed soil nutrients thereby causing little or no yield. This study ... -
Assessing the spatial distribution of fuel stations and their impact on the neighborhoods: "A case study of Bombo Road stretch from City Centre to Kawempe Town"
(Makerere University, 2022)The study assessed the spatial distribution of fuel filling stations and their impact on the neighborhoods in Kampala City, a case study of Bombo Road stretch from the City center to Kawempe town. The objectives of the ... -
Assess the reliability of concrete cubes and rebound hammer tests in prediction of concrete strength of vertical elements on building construction sites in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-01-14)The study intended to identify the relationship between concrete cubes and in situ test in prediction of concrete strength of vertical elements on building construction sites in Kampala. In order to obtain this, three ... -
Classification of settlements to identify the extent of slum development in Kawempe division.
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Uganda has a high rate of urbanization, with annual growth topping 5%.This is due to high rate of rural to urban migration, rapid natural population increase in metropolitan areas, the expansion of urban centres boundaries, ... -
Atmospheric water vapour estimation using PS-INSAR.
(Makerere University, 2021-04-04)Water vapor is one of the most important constituents of the free atmosphere since it is the principal mechanism by which moisture and latent heat are transported and cause “weather.”(Gutman et al., 1989). Its significance ... -
Evaluation of the performance of web-based GNSS post processing platforms at selected permanent CORS stations in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-12-23)In recent years, several web-based GNSS post processing and data evaluating services have been developed for less-skilled GNSS users by various institutions. Even basic GNSS positioning and data evaluation application ... -
Investigating the effect of improper design of septic tanks on construction costs
(Makerere University, 2019-04-04)There has been an increased use of on-site sanitation technologies globally and more so in developing countries with the use of septic tank systems for wastewater treatment in dwellings without access to main drainage. ... -
Challenges of managing road reserves in Uganda. A case study of Busolwe Town Council, Butaleja District
(Makerere University, 2022-06)It is widely recognized that an operational road network is a key leverage to inclusive economic growth and to poverty alleviation. This role is reflected in the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, which set targets ... -
Assessment of Spatial-Temporal Lake Victoria Shoreline Variation using Synthetic Aperture Radar.
(Makerere University, 2022)Shorelines are one of the most important linear features on the earth’s surface, with a dynamic nature. They change shape and position over multiple spatial and temporal scales with water levels serving as a key indicator ... -
Assessing the suitability of an ECOSAN toilet as an alternative to conventional pit latrine for faecal sludge disposal in Sironko town council.
(Makerere University, 2022-07-21)Solid waste management is one of the greatest challenges facing urban authorities today in developing countries around the globe. Uganda is facing rapid urbanisation of 5.1% per annum leading to the overcrowding and the ... -
Comparison of the accurancy of autobase and no autobase RTK observations.
(Makerere University, 2015-07-13)There are different GPS positioning techniques that are currently being used by Sur. eyor one of which is the Auto base and No Auto Base Technique that are embedded in the GPS machines. The CHC GPS machine has a capability ... -
An investigation on the road user’s attitude towards the usability of road infrastructures.
(2022-06-07)Road-user adaptation is a prerequisite for traffic to run smoothly. By adaptation, the road user aims to ensure a feeling of comfort according to his or her present state and capability. In this thesis, adaptive attitudes ... -
Investigating the effect of procurement procedures on performance of construction projects in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2020-12-18)Purpose - Procurement systems are vital in ensuring the successful implementation of a construction project, precisely executed for all phases of any particular project. Therefore, this research project airned to ... -
Drought assessment using remote sensing and GIS.
(Makerere University, 2022-06-15)Uganda’s worst-affected communities along the livestock route.The spatial and temporal drought indices were used: the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) and the Normalized Difference northern and central parts of ... -
The impact of project management practices on contractor performance.
(Makerere University, 2022-02-10)Ugandan as a developing country is experiencing a steady growth in various sectors of which the construction sector is not left behind. This sector is experiencing various developments however it still has hindrances that ... -
Feasibility of using egg shell powder as a partial replacement of Lime in stabilizing Gravel Material on construction of rural roads; case study of Mbarara.
(Makerere University, 2022-01)According to (UBOS, 2016), The Uganda national roads network totals to 20,544km comprising paved and unpaved roads. As of June 2016, the paved was 4,157kms (20 %) and the unpaved 16,388km (80 %). The unpaved are sometimes ... -
Using GIS and Remote Sensing to Assess Wetland loss in response to Human activities: a case study of Fort Portal Tourism Cuty.
(Makerere University, 2021-12-17)Wetlands are among the world’s most biologically productive ecosystems and rich in a diversity of species. Wetlands are very important storehouses of plant genetic material some of which are valuable resources for human ... -
An investigation into food storage systems as an Architectural intervention to improving food security in Uganda: a case of Mudodo village, Tororo District, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Agriculture, the backbone of Uganda’s economy accounts for about 30 % of the National GDP and over 70% of the total export earning; being the largest employer; employing over 60% of the total working population. ...
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