Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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Total Reflection X-Ray Fluorescence (TXRF) in Assessment of Essential Micronutrient Levels in Common Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In this study, essential micronutrient concentrations in common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) from Muguga, Kiambu County and Kyevaluki, Machakos County were analysed using Total reflection X-ray Fluorescence (TXRF) and ... -
Factors influencing performance of church based child development projects in Kenya: a case of St pauls CathedralChild Development Center Embu
(2018)The purpose of this research was to investigate the factors influencing performance of church-based child development projects in Kenya; a case of St Pauls cathedral child development centre Embu. The objectives of the ... -
A study of waste plastic oil as an alternative fuel to diesel in compression ignition engines
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Liquid hydrocarbons or fossil fuels are widely adopted as sources of energy for prime movers, including internal combustion engines, because they are easy to handle and have a high energy density. Diesel engines are efficient ... -
Sustainable excavation waste Management on construction sites; case of Nairobi county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This project looked into the management of excavated waste within the construction industry specifically targeting Nairobi, Kenya. The aim was to investigate sustainable excavation waste management practices in construction ... -
Impact of PDSA Quality Improvement Model for Radiotherapy Application in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Cancer, a non-communicable disease, is a growing global health issue and it is the second cause of premature deaths globally with more than half of all cancers occurring in the developing countries. Every year in Kenya ... -
Developing a complementary mobile & web-based application for recording and sharing electricity customer meter reading and power incidence data. case Study: Langata Constituency, Nairobi County, Kenya.
(2018-08)Energy is an essential factor of the economy, the national security of a nation as well as standard of living. Kenya’s Vision 2030 identifies energy as one of the major enablers of infrastructure development under the ... -
A study to determine the level of tenant satisfaction with facilities offered in office parks. (case study: Nairobi Area).
(University of Nairobi, 2008-06)This study sought to determine the level of tenant satisfaction with facilities offered in office parks in Kenya. This include establishing the adequacy of the available facilities for tenants purposes, examining ... -
An investigation into environmental imp acts of land use conflicts in urban areas. (case study: Zimmerman area).
(University of Nairobi, 2008-07)Several issues cause adverse impacts on the environment. Key among them is the improper use of land as a factor of production. his stud i about the environmental impacts of land use conflicts in urban areas with special ... -
An investigation into the quality of workmanship on construction sites. A case study of construction sites in Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2007-06)The aim of the study was to address the problem of low level of workmanship in Kenyan construction sector, which manifests itself in defects on the final products. The role of the sector in the economy cannot be over ... -
An Application of life cycle costing technique to the construction industry in Kenya with particular reference to roof covering materials. A case study of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 1987)There is evidence that large numbers of buildings do not achieve the level of performance intended by designers and the client. In many cases short- comings appear as defects of either design . materials or workmanship ... -
Environmental Communication : A Case Study of Wayfinding in a Hospital Environment in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Environmental communication refers to information that is embedded in the bu1lt environment in the form of physical elements, architectural features, and other communication devices such as s1gnage and color separations ... -
Water And Wastewater Infrastructure Improvement Projects In Informal Settlements: A Case Study Of Kisip Project In Kcc Village, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Water and waste water infrastructure service provision is essential for human survival, health and dignity. Human settlements should develop with adequate water and waste water infrastructure services, but in real situation, ... -
The Impact Land Sub-division and Fragmentaion on Rural Development: a Case Study of Vihiga County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Vihiga is one of the most densely populated counties in Kenya with a current population density of 1,045 persons per square km. The high population has exerted enormous pressure on available land resource resulting in land ... -
Influence of Miraa Cultivation on Changing Agricultural Land Use Patterns in Mbita and Kianjiru Locations, Embu County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study focuses on the influence of miraa (Catha edulis) production on land-use patterns in Mbeere South Sub-County, Embu County. It was borne out of the need to interrogate the phenomenon of invasive and unregulated ... -
Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies Energy Resources and Conflict Management: a Case Study of the Eastern Africa Region
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This thesis argues that mismanagement of extraction of energy resources (oil and gas) is a source of conflict in African states. The issue that this thesis seeks to address is how the East Africa region can effectively ... -
Environmental and land use impacts of Quarrying along Ngong river in Embakasi
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Quarrying is a human activity that involves the extraction of natural resources from the earth’s surface. Like any other extractive activity, quarrying alters the physical environment, and when unchecked has the potential ... -
Evaluation of the effects of super absorbent polymer (SAP) on soil.water retention characteristics (WRC) of different soils
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Analysis of Groundwater Quality and Identification of Abstraction Points in Kahawa Wendani, Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Surface water is not enough to meet the needs of the increasing populace, which has led to groundwater use as an alternative source globally. It therefore becomes essential to monitor groundwater levels and quality to ... -
Estimating Tidal Energy Resource Potential for Power Production Along Kenyan Coast-line
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Kenyan fast economic progress evident by a population ranked at third highest growth rate in Sub-Saharan Africa as per World Bank 2015 should invest in infrastructure. The industrialization (oil and gas discoveries), ...
