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Assessing the ineffective application of digital art knowledge in executing design process by MTISFA students
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Digital technology and how it’s affecting design variables in graphic design institutions. (MTSIFA)
(Makerere University, 2019)Graphic design has experienced a notable decline in terms of design thinking, processes, and adherence to foundational principles and elements due to growing reliance on digital technology (Kelsall, 2001). The central issue ... -
Investigating the patterns that inform applied textile designing at mtsifa
(Makerere University, 2019-05)The study is intended to investigate the patterns used in the textile designing at Margaret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Arts at Makerere University Uganda. This report was based on the study problem which indicates ... -
A comparative study of the estimated time and the actual performance time of construction activities.
(Makerere University, 2022-10-18)Scheduling of activities is done in the planning stage where time allocation is based on prediction or past projects. This planning leads to improper activity duration prediction hence generating time overruns in the ... -
Impact of Covid-19 Preventive Measures on to the Performance of Construction Sites in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-09-17)The purpose of this study was assessing the impact of COVID-19 preventive measures on the performance of construction sites in Kampala. The specific objectives of the study were; 1) to determine the key performance ... -
Weakly supervised learning for breast cancer detection in ultrasound images
(Makerere University, 2022)Large amounts of well data is required to achieve a good model performance. It is very costly and the available time for manual annotation is very limited to acquire more labelled data. In Uganda there are limited number ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of off-plan sales as a source of financing real estate development in greater Kampala Metropolitan
(Makerere University, 2023)Developing real estate is a high risk activity which requires commitment of large sums of capital. Unfortunately, most investors and developers do not have such funds and would therefore resort to borrowing, whereby they ... -
Assessment of the effect of plastic waste disposal in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)This report details a research project carried to assess the effects of plastic waste disposal in Uganda. Uganda is a rapidly growing economy and like other modern economies, its increasingly switching from using traditional ... -
Curbing wetland encroachment in Nakawa Division: addressing coordination challenges within land governance structures.
(Makerere University, 2024)Governance refers to the ability of a government to make and enforce rules, and to deliver services, regardless of whether that government is democratic or not (Fukuyama, 2013). Land governance, in particular, concerns the ... -
IoT & GSM based fish pond monitoring and control system
(Makerere University, 2024)This project embarked on a pioneering journey to design and implement an IoT and GSM-based fish pond monitoring and control system. This cutting-edge technology is set to revolutionize aquaculture management by ensuring ... -
Deterrents to the adoption of living walls in Kampala City: a case of office buildings
(Makerere University, 2024)Uganda, like many other developing nations, grapples with the challenges of swift urbanization, including issues related to climate change, urban heat, environmental degradation, and subpar urban aesthetics. Kampala, the ... -
Urban heat island analysis in Mbarara city using lands at 9
(Makerere University, 2023)Urbanization has been shown to have a substantial negative impact on regional weather and climate, with urban heat island being one of its consequences. As urbanization increases, the seheat islands become more pronounced ... -
Assessing the potential of adopting tender price indices in Uganda’s construction industry
(Makerere University, 2024)The development of Tender Price Indices (TPI) has been extensive in developed countries, spanning decades, yet remains limited in developing nations due to perceived barriers. Notably, Uganda lacks empirical research on ... -
Evaluation of the application of the banana peel ash as a road subbase stabilizer in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)The scarcity of suitable materials for road construction is a growing concern, exacerbated by the depletion of natural resources and increasing environmental regulations. In Uganda, the demand for road infrastructure ... -
Effect of high-cost painting materials to selected practicing artists at the Margaret Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Arts (MTSIFA)
(Makerere University, 2018)Painting is the practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a solid surface (support base). The medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush, but other implements, such as knives, sponges, and ... -
Factors affecting weaving at Margarete Trowel School of Industrial and Fine Art
(Makerere University, 2022)Chapter one which includes introduction, background, statement of problem, purpose of study, specific objectives, research questions, significance of study and scope of the study. Chapter two consists of the introduction, ... -
Investigating the Potential Utilization of Bamboo in Building Interior Spaces in Uganda
(2022-12)This study dealt with the Potential Utilization of the use of Bamboo in building interior spaces This research also investigated How Bamboo can be used putting into consideration its properties, and joinery details as ... -
Optimizing upper floor utilization in mixed-use commercial buildings through spatial analysis: a case study in downtown Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)This study delves into the current state and economic viability of upper floor utilization in mixed-use buildings across downtown Kampala, Uganda. Employing spatial analysis techniques with QGIS software, the research ... -
Design and simulation of a mechanical sweeper machine
(Makerere University, 2023)Street sweeping is a day to day activity of the sweepers of the Capital city and Municipal council authorities. Due to limited manpower and the vast geographical area, cleaning activities cannot be done effectively on a ... -
An assessment of the functionality of community learning centres in Uganda. A case of Nabugabo Community Learning Centre
(Makerere University, 2024)In Uganda, Community Learning Centers (CLCs) are essential hubs for community development, empowerment, and education. An overview of the diverse functions that CLCs play in Uganda is given in this abstract, with particular ...
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