School of Built Environment (SBE) Collection: Recent submissions
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Assessing Agricultural drought vulnerability based on a Compsite index. A case study of Uganda .
(, 2015-07-03)In the recent years, Uganda has been experiencing drought incidences which are increasing in the intensity and frequency due to natural resource degradation, population pressure, development and climate change. Thousands ... -
Assessing the drivers of PM 2.5 concentration: A case of Kampala district.
(Makerere University, 2023-05-01)Air pollution is considered to be the World’s largest environmental threat. Air pollution is the fourth leading risk factor causing cardiovascular, Metabolic and respiratory diseases such as Lung cancer, asthma, heart ... -
An investigation into space utilisation in apartment design in Central division of Kampala; a case study selected apartment buildings in Nakasero.
(Makerere University, 2022-12-16)The existence of different apartment space design typologies in Central Kampala has been brought about by the rapid urbanization and fast-growing populations caused by the unfavorable economic situation in developing ... -
An investigation into fire protection design in primary school dormitory buildings.
(Makerere University, 2023-02)One of the significant forces on Earth is fire. Humans' use of fire has long been regarded as a distinguishing trait of intelligence that sets us apart from other animals (Scott, 2018). For a fire, there are three essential ... -
An Investigation into the functionality of the Wandegeya Market
(Makerere University, 2023-02)Currently, in Uganda, the government is making efforts to develop the traditional markets within the different municipalities by building new modern market buildings through the Markets and Trade Improvement Programme ... -
Study of flooding in Kasese for effective flood risk management
(Makerere University, 2023)Kasese district has been repeatedly affected by destructive floods caused by six major rivers, with the most significant impact observed in the catchment of R. Nyamwamba. The district has seen an alarming rise in the ... -
Assessing the effect of pollution from cement factories to the livelihood of the neighboring communities: a case study of Osukuru Subcounty, Tororo district.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-03)Literature illustrates that there is often a number of negative effects experienced by communities that live around factories, in this case cement factories. These effects range from health complications, nuisance to ... -
Time series analysis of the impact of water level variability on the flooded area along the shores of Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Lake Victoria is the largest freshwater lake in Africa and plays a crucial role in the livelihoods of the communities residing in its vicinity. The lake's water levels are subject to natural fluctuations caused by climatic ... -
An investigation into the causes of discrepancies between architectural design and as-built drawings of residential developments in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2020-12-17)Many building projects are exposed to variations. This study seeks to investigate the causes of discrepancies between architectural design and as-built drawings of residential developments in Kampala in order to take ... -
To assess the effect of landuse landcover change on Manafwa watershed.
(Makerere University, 2021-12)A watershed is an area of land that drains all the streams and rainfall to a common outlet such as the outflow of a reservoir, mouth of a bay, or any point along a stream channel. Watersheds can be as small as a footprint ... -
Impact of Covid19 lockdown on the urban surface ecological surface
(Makerere University, 2022-09-29)An urban ecosystem’s ecological structure and functions can be assessed through Urban Surface Ecological Status (USES). USES are affected by human activities and environmental processes. Modeling the USES is crucial for ... -
Investigating the Potential of laser scanning technology in auditing discrete solid materials on construction sites
(Makerere University, 2022-02-20)This report is about the final year project which was undertaken from April 2021 to December 2021. The study was about investigating the potential of laser scanning in auditing discrete materials on construction sites and ... -
An investigation into sustainability of plastic recycling and manufacturing industries
(Makerere University, 2024-01-24)As a result of increased urbanization and rural urban migration, there’s a high population density in the urban areas of Uganda and with it an increased rate of exchanging good and services in these urban areas. Most of ... -
Estimation of tea yield using multiple linear regression modelling, A case Study in Kakonde Tea Estate.
(Makerere University, 2022-09)In Uganda, tea is the third most agricultural foreign exchange earner following coffee and fish although it is performing below its expected potential compared to other tea growing countries like Kenya. Various government ... -
Influence of real estate development on settlement patterns. A case study of Wakiso Town Council in Wakiso district.
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Real estate is the land consisting of permanent structures attached to it whether natural or artificial including buildings, trees, minerals, water and minerals. Real estate also includes all artificial structures permanently ... -
Assessing the impact of financial literacy in proper utilization of compensation Aawards by PAPs in compulsory acquisitions in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-05-05)This study addresses the pressing issue of the impact of financial literacy on the effective utilization of compensation awards in compulsory land acquisitions in Uganda. With rapid infrastructure development leading to ... -
An investigation into the level of fire safety preparedness in selected commercial buildings in Nabweru division, Nansana municipality.
(Makerere University, 2022-10-12)Introduction and Background: Fire safety preparedness is one of the four steps of fire emergency management. Occupational Safety and Health Act Part X of 2006 of the Laws of Uganda dictates that every workplace should ... -
An investigation into the design of innovation hubs for startups in Kampala. A case study of the hive collaborative spaces.
(Makerere University, 2024-01-22)Currently in Uganda, there is a growing trend in innovation where we are experiencing growth in the startup community mainly in the capital, Kampala. This study is done in particular fulfilment for the award of a ... -
The impact of architecture on the creation of paintings: a case study of Makerere University industrial art studio spaces.
(Makerere University, 2022-06)Since throughout history, man kind has been using different pigments, paints and media to paint on rocks, walls, paper, easel and more so as to communicate something. Overtime, the concept of painting evolved from just ... -
Crop Yield Prediction For Maize Using Machine Learning Case Study Asili Farms Kiryandongo District
(Makerere University, 2023-06-19)Agricultural production is an outstanding source of income for Ugandans, especially small-scale farmers, and has contributed to their daily living. However, due to certain seasonal changes attributed to climatic conditions, ...