Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Design (FEng / FBD): Recent submissions
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Application of GIS estimation water runoff volume in water collection sites: case study of northern collector water tunnel
(University of Nairobi, 2017-08)Surface runoff isasinglemost significanthydrological variablethat isutilizedin many civil works, planning for optimal usageof reservoirs, shapingrivers and floodcontrol.Predictionand quantification of catchment runoffis ... -
Hydrological information for Dam site selection by Integrating Geographic Information System (GIS) and Analytical Hierarchical Process (AHP)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Over time, dams have provided substantial amount of benefits to mankind for they constitute an effective and sensible method if constructed on a suitable site, for sustainable growthand managingof groundwater ... -
An assessment of the management of garbage collection and disposal in Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 1991-06)This study has been presented in order of introduction of the study,background of the garbage problem at various levels, analysis and findings, and then recommendations and conclusions. -
A study of inadequacies of building designs and their causes reference to privately owned residential buildings in Mathare, North Nairobi area
(University of Nairobi, 2003-06)This is a study on the inadequacies of building designs and their causes with special reference to privately owned residential building in Mathare North,Nairobi area.The study examines the problems experienced in this area ... -
Introduction To Land Economics
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Enhancement Of X-Ray Images For Industrial Applications
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)In metallic structures, defects are usually manifested as cracks, surface wear, poor weld spots and slag inclusions. The timely detection of such faults is useful in preventive maintenance routines. Various researchers ... -
Land use strategies for sustainable wetland development and protection: a case study of Yala swamp
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Kenya has a wealth of wetland ecosystems that support diverse and unique habitats. These wetlands provide numerous ecological goods and services but are under tremendous stress due to rapid urbanization, industrialization ... -
Succession planning and management in Kenya: a case study of quantity surveying firms
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)Majority of Quantity Surveying (QS) firms in Kenya are faced with the possibility of winding up with their founders exit while other firms have turned into vocational practices with the founders facing their sunset days ... -
Building information modelling adoption in construction project management in Kenya : a case study of Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)Construction projects today are far more complicated than ever before and there is an urgent need to coordinate the efforts of all the participants in a project. Globally the Construction Industry is shifting from CAD to ... -
An evaluation of occupant perception and satisfaction of indoor environment in Leed-certified buildings in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The primary purpose of this study was to evaluate the occupant perception and satisfaction in indoor environment of LEED-Certified buildings in Nairobi, Kenya. LEED is an acronym for ‘Leadership in Energy and Environmental ... -
An investigation into the optimal combination of hybrid ventilation design (case study: contemporary office buildings in Nairobi)
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)Passive and active ventilation modes have long been used to ventilate office buildings. However, active ventilation strategies have taken over, with many designers choosing to design fully glazed office towers to match ... -
Aerosol Impact At High Altitude: A Case Study At 4800 M On Mt. Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)One of the biggest challenges of the 21st century is climate change. It has been characterized by a rise of the mean temperatures of the ocean and air, thinning of glaciers and snow cover as well as rise in sea level. It ... -
Micro Hydro Potential Modelling - Integrating Gis Into Energy Alternatives For Climate Change Mitigation
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This research focused on integrating GIS into energy alternatives for climate change mitigation by creating a GIS-based hydrologic model that can be used to identify sites that have significant potential for micro hydropower ... -
Effectiveness of Microorganisms in Breaking Down of Hydrocarbons Found in Effluent Discharges From Petroleum Stations
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study aimed at establishing the potential of using aerobic microbial degradation to treat and reduce volume of hydrocarbon in effluent discharges from petrol stations wastes. Microbial degradation of hydrocarbons (HC) ... -
Quest For Just Terms Of Compensation In Involuntary Resettlement Policy And Praxis In Kenya: A Case Study Of Nairobi-Thika Highway
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Involuntary resettlement arising from government induced public purpose projects is a thorny policy issue to both the project displaced persons and governments in the associated compensation praxis. Empirical studies by ... -
Workmanship In Construction Of Small And Medium Hospitality Enterprises In Nairobi Central Business District
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Building construction is a complex activity and requires trained manpower at the design stage, approval process, supervision and construction stage. The design of a building commences with a site survey which shows beacons ... -
Influence of Strategic Planning on Performance of Community Based Organizations in Migori County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Incorporation of strategic planning in management has an impact on performance. Many organizations including Community based organizations have therefore adopted strategic planning as means of promoting performance. This ... -
Monitoring and Evaluation Systems,Tvet/Moe Policy Guidelines and Utilisation of Physical Infrastructural Facilities by Learners With Disabilities in National Polytechnics in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Effective Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems can promote utilisation of physical facilities by enabling decision-makers to identify gaps and initiate appropriate corrective interventions. The purpose of this study ... -
Effects of Integrated National Transport Policy on Transport Service Delivery in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Kenya has been grappling with numerous problems associated with informal privatised public transport service. The County City of Nairobi public transit and other urban areas are marred with a lot of negative challenges ... -
Crack Behaviour Under Vehicular Loading Along Mbagathi Road in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Nairobi County has nearly 100% road network as bituminous roads and only 4km road network (Mbagathi Road) is concrete road. This road was a pilot project that was implemented by Kenyan Government between the years 2005 ...
