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Laminar flow in a channel filled with saturated porous media
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2013)The flow of reactive viscous fluids in porous media presents a theoretically challenging problem and has a broad range of scientific, technological and engineering applications. Real life areas where such flow systems ... -
Land-use on water quality of the Bottelary River in Cape Town, Western Cape
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010)Freshwater scarcity and river pollution has become a serious challenge for governments and scientists. Worldwide, governments have a responsibility to provide their populations with enough clean water for their domestic ... -
Laser cladding surface treatment for enhancement of mechanical properties
(Peninsula Technikon, 2003)Systematic laser cladding experiments were performed using a mixture of a Nickel base alloy powder mixed with tungsten carbide powder (percentage contents of tungsten carbide from 10% to 40%) on EN8 steel substrate ... -
Learners’ understanding and experience of bullying at a primary school in the Western Cape
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Learners’ understanding and experiences of bullying at a primary school in the Western Cape
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2014)This study aimed to determine learners' understanding and experiences of the different types of bullying and to examine the extent of bullying and roles they have been exposed to in various types of bullying. The research ... -
Learning outcomes towards the formal training of nurse case managers practising in South Africa
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2007)This study focuses on the specialised field of Nurse Case Management and the need for formal training for Nurse Case Managers (NCMs). In particular, the study aimed to establish what the outcomes should be of a learning ... -
LED dot matrix driving topologies and panelling
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2015)Different LED dot matrix driving topologies and concurrent data transfer methods were investigated in this dissertation. The LED dot matrix driving topologies was first implemented and then tested. The designs tested ... -
The leukocyte apoptosis assay : a clinical predictor of radiosensitivity?
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2009)The main objective of radiotherapy is to completely eradicate tumours while preserving the integrity of the normal surrounding tissue. The severity of normal tissue reactions varies considerably amongst individuals. ... -
The level and persistence of antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria in wastewater before, during and after treatment at a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Stellenbosch
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2015)Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) are designed to remove/decrease conventional pollution parameters from the wastewater influent, so that the final effluent (run off) does not compromise the receiving surface water source. ... -
Levels of selected gaseous pollutants in ambient air in the vicinity of a chemical industry, Kwekwe, Zimbabwe
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2015)The integrity of natural air has been compromised due to the deposition of chemical, biological and particulate substances from natural and anthropogenic sources. Adverse health consequences arising from the exposure of ... -
Leveraging big data for competitive advantage in a media organisation
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2015)Data sources often emerge with the potential to transform, drive and allow deriving never-envisaged business value. These data sources change the way business enacts and models value generation. As a result, sellers are ... -
The liberal component in vocational education and non-formal education in Britain, and its possible relevance to the development of non-formal education in the Republic of South Africa : an exploratory study
(University of York, 1985)In June 1980 the South African government requested the Human Sciences Research Council to make a thorough investigation into the provision of education in the country. A committee was appointed under the chairmanship of ... -
The life and cost of inkjet prints compared with traditional photographic processes.
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2004)Inkjet printers have evolved in recent years to the extent that many are capable of making prints of a quality closely approximating traditional colour photographs. These printers cost a fraction of the capital outlay ... -
Linear power control system for a nanosatellite
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2011)Nanosatellite is an electronic device that requires a steady and reliable electrical power supplier (EPS) in order to drive all its electronic circuits. Its unpredictable failures can lead to extensive financial and time ... -
Linguistic identity and social cohesion in three Western Cape schools
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016)Language is foundational to issues of belonging in contemporary South Africa. The country’s colonial and apartheid history facilitated the differential development and privileging of particular languages alongside the ... -
Literacy practices and English as the language of learning and teaching in a grade nine classroom
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2011)This research was prompted by the discrepancy between levels of achievement in Grade 9 in a township school and the expectations at Further Education and Training (FET) Grades 10-12 levels. The literacy practices of Grade ... -
Living forwards learning backwards: A reflective topical autobiography exploring the construction of art teacher identity
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2012)This thesis uses Reflective Topical Autobiography, as an adapted interpretation of narrative methodology, to investigate the influences on the construction of the identity of an art teacher‘s identity over time. The notion ... -
Load recorder
(Cape Technikon, 1987)This thesis describes the development of a computerized Load Recorder. The load recorder is used by the Cape Town City Council to assist in the tariff investigation of electricity consumers. This investigation assists ... -
Local residents' perceptions of community-based tourism : a survey of key stakeholders at Twyfelfontein Uibasen Conservancy in Namibia
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010)Local communities in Namibia have few options for alternative income apart from selling crafts and livestock farming. The main objective of this study was to create an in-depth understanding of the perceptions of the ... -
Lymphedema, post breast cancer treatment at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi, Ghana
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2011)To determine the incidence, risk factors and the treatment of lymphedema after breast cancer treatment at the oncology unit of KATH, Kumasi, Ghana from 01 January 2005 to 31 December 2008. Descriptive retrospective ...
