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Department of Construction and Wood Technology Education: Recent submissions

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Effects of fines in sand and water-to-cement ratio on concrete properties

Sam, S (University Of Education,Winneba., 2016)

The quality of building materials has been documented to be one of the causes of building collapse all over the world. An experimental study was conducted to determine the effect of fines (clay/silt) content in sand ...
Using rattan and cane as alternative materials to wood in furniture production

Owusu, S (University of Education Winneba, 2014)

Ghana is experiencing continuous deforestation and degradation of its forest estate due to the unending high demand for wood and wood products for furniture and construction purposes. In the light of this, conservationists, ...
Using project work to enhance the academic performance of S.H.S 2 leatherwork students of Mfantsiman girls senior high school

Baiden, N.A.T (University of Education Winneba, 2018)

This study was undertaken to enhance the academic performance of S.H.S. 2 leatherwork students of Mfantsiman Girls using project work. This was crucial in order to make feasible analysis on the best way to improve on ...
Effect of size variation of palm kernel shells as replacement of coarse aggregate on lightweight concrete

Appiah-Agyei, F (University Of Education,Winneba., 2020)

The utilization of Palm kernel shell (PKS) as alternative to conventional materials for the Ghanaian construction industry is very desirable to promote sustainable development. This is in line with the Sustainable ...
Effect of irregular road maintenance on the life project cycle cost (case study of government urban road in Accra municipality)

Agyeman, B (University Of Education,Winneba., 2016)

The purpose of this study was to improve key stakeholders’ understanding of the effects of irregular road maintenance on urban road project costs. The study adopted the survey research design. Quantitative research ...
Effect of fibre aspect ratio of palm bunch fibre on some physical and strength properties of concrete

Gameti, C (University Of Education,Winneba., 2018)

The natural fibres, abundantly available in nature and also generated as agricultural waste, can be used advantageously in improving certain physical and strength properties of cement matrix and concrete. As compared ...
Investigation into site layout practices in Ghana - a case study in Ho municipality

Dagadu, E. (University of Education, Winneba, 2014)

Planning the site layout of construction project is a crucial task that has a significant impact on construction lost, productivity and safety. It involves the positioning and relocation of temporary facilities that ...
Investigating the Strength of Self Compacted Concrete Beam Reinforced with Plantain Bunch Fibre

Afreh, J.Y. (University of Education, Winneba, 2018)

One of the ways to increase the strength properties of concrete is adding fibre material into the concrete. While to reduce a noise in construction project, a self compacting concrete was a good choice in the project. ...
Minimising the risk of floods through resilient design and construction - a case study of Tamale metropolis

Owusu, G.A. (University of Education,Winneba, 2014)

This study examined how to minimize the risk of floods through resilient design and construction with Tamale Metropolis as a case study. Perennial floods constitute a major challenge to humanity due to the socioeconomic ...
Investigating factors affecting materials selection for roof covering, home owners perspective (a case study of Keta And Ho Municipalities in the Volta Region of Ghana)

Dzamesi, S (University of Education Winneba, 2018)

The construction industry plays an imperative role in boosting the economy and fostering infrastructural development in Ghana. Currently, there are several houses with leaking roofs, some are discoloured while some ...
Effect of age and height on the physical and mechanical properties and the calorific value of Hevea Brasiliense’s

Achana, E.W (University of Education Winneba, 2017)

Many of Ghana’s commercial timber species are threatened due to high demand resulting to pressure on the traditional species. The need to investigate the potential utilization of some Lesser-used Timber Species to ...
Effect of adding steel particles on the performance of concrete

Assiedu, I.K (University of Education Winneba, 2020)

The industrial waste and metal by-products such as steel fibers, synthetic fibers, carbon fibers and steel particles can be used as reinforcement materials since they possess reinforcement properties. Steel particles ...
Comparative study of performance properties of ordinary portland cement (OPC) and pozzomix cement sandcrete blocks

Senu, R.K (University of Education Winneba, 2018)

The study compared the performance properties of OPC and pozzomix cement sandcrete blocks in existing structures. Properties like compressive, water absorption, density and weights were determined and assessed to see ...
Challenges of small scale furniture industry in the Sunyani municipal assembly of Ghana

Adinyira, R (University of Education Winneba, 2016)

This research was aimed at examining the performance of small scale furniture industry in Ghana. The objectives that guided the research were to find out the challenges associated with sourcing of fund by small scale ...
Machining characteristics of Gmelina Arborea grown in Ghana

Unknown author (University of Education,Winneba, 2016)

Utilisation of lesser known species (LKS) or lesser used species (LUS) has become a necessity in the face of dwindling prime timber species. This study therefore contributes to utilization of LUS by investigating and ...
Managing discords, disputes and conflicts (DDC) in the Ghanaian construction industry, an empirical examination of traditional procurement of assembly projects

Sakyiama, E (University of Education,Winneba, 2016)

The complexity of construction projects, as well as the diversity of stakeholders and their interests in any particular project make disputes, discords and sometimes conflicts (DDCs) in construction projects a regular ...
Customers’ Perception and Purchase Intention of Coco Wood Furniture

Larbi, M.A (University of Education,Winneba, 2018)

The purpose of this study was to assess customers’ perception and purchase intention of coco wood furniture. The study was guided by the following objectives; to evaluate customer’s perception of coco wood furniture ...
Critical risk factors in accident causation in the construction industry- perception of construction

Tetteh, M (University of Education,Winneba, 2018)

The aim of the study was to examine risk factors in accidents at construction sites at the Northern Region of Ghana. The research approach used for this study is quantitative approach. The study population consisted ...
Critical Examination of Funding of Infrastructural Projects in Afigya Kwabre District; Perspective of Construction Professionals and Stakeholders

Issiful, Y (University of Education,Winneba, 2018)

The aim of the study was to examine constraints to funding of infrastructure projects in Afigya Kwabre District and make recommendations on funding of infrastructural projects in the district. The study adopted descriptive ...
Craftsmen’s view on motivation to increase productivity at the construction industry in Ledzokuku Krowor municipality in Ghana

Aboagye, S (University of Education,Winneba, 2014)

Productivity in the Ghanaian construction industry is largely unmeasured due to the inaccessibility of data for its determination. This has been a result of the difficulties in stressing the positive side of worker ...

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