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An assessment of environmental awareness in a South African steel plant
(North-West University, 2018)During the 21st century, there has been a world-wide increase in the number of regional, national and global environmental challenges (Simsekli, 2015:222), therefore the topic of environmental sustainability has attracted ... -
The assessment of environmental awareness of the secondary school learners in the Mabopane district
(North-West University, 2005)This study aimed at assessing the environmental awareness of the learners in relation to the principles of sustainable development. This will subsequently help in formulating guidelines on how sustainable development can ... -
Assessment of enzymatic treatment and ultrasonication of wood and old corrugated container pulp as an alternative to refining
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)The effect of ultrasonication and enzymatic treatment on paper pulp was investigated as an alternative to conventional refining. The present study focused on three specific pulp types: Hardwood (Eucalpytus globulus), ... -
Assessment of epigeal arthropods along an urbanization gradient in the municipal area of Potchefstroom, North-West Province, South Africa
(North-West University, 2007)Human activities have dramatically altered the functioning of ecosystems through the ages. Urbanization illustrates the effect of anthropogenic activity by the transformation of natural areas to ecologically disturbed ... -
Assessment of extension and advisory services on Nguni development project beneficiaries in the North-West Province
(North-West University (South Africa), 2014)The efficiency of agricultural extension work depends on the availability of personnel who are qualified, motivated, committed and responsive to the ever-changing social, economic and political environment. This study ... -
An assessment of factors impeding business growth of small and medium enterprises in Govan Mbeki Municipality in Mpumalanga province
(North-West University (South Africa)., 2019)Small to medium sized enterprises are generally acknowledged as the drivers of innovation, economic growth and employment in many countries including South Africa. However, these entities still face various challenges ... -
An assessment of factors influencing the valuation of retail petroleum companies
(North-West University, 2018)The valuation of a firm differs from stakeholder to stakeholder. The valuation method and outcome of an economist, accountant, investor and owner will differ. Valuations are based on either historical data or forecasts ... -
Assessment of factors that relate to qualified audit reports in the two municipalities
(North-West University, 2019)This research examines the factors that contribute to qualified audit reports in municipalities in the Free State Province. Municipalities in South Africa are assigned the duty of providing services to the communities that ... -
Assessment of feedlots cattle in the development and spread of Vancomycin resistant Enterococci
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)Enterococci are commensals of the gastrointestinal tract of warm-blooded animals. They have been incriminated in a wide range of community-aquired infections and nosocomial diseases, especially in immunocompromised individuals ... -
An assessment of flood vulnerability and adaptation: a case study of Hamutsha-Muungamunwe village, Makhado municipality
(AOSIS, 2018)This study assesses flood vulnerability, levels of vulnerability, determinants of flood vulnerability and coping strategies for flood hazards. The vulnerability and resilience of the local communities are key concepts in ... -
Assessment of food security-related projects of the Student Rag Community Service Potchefstroom Campus, North-West University
(2015)Food security is a global concern, experienced at a household level in South Africa (SA). The country experiences income inequality with a high unemployment rate. Many that are employed live under the international poverty ... -
An assessment of food-security-related articles and lessons learnt from Zimbabwe: a critical analysis
(OASIS, 2019)A number of scholars have written intensively and extensively about food security issues with regard to availability, accessibility, vulnerability, utilisation and stability across continents. However, indications are that, ... -
Assessment of geopolymer material for the manufacture of a nuclear fuel core catcher
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)Nuclear accidents such as the ones that occurred at Three Mile-Island and Chernobyl, have led to the requirement for enhancements in the development of various reactor materials, in order to maintain safety in the nuclear ... -
Assessment of growth performance, haemo-biochemistry and meat quality of Japanese quails fed on Moringa oleifera
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)The use of readily available, non-conventional feed resources in quail farming has the potential to sustainably improve animal protein supply in resource-poor communities in South Africa. Moringa oleifera leaf meal is one ... -
An assessment of harmonious family relationships in small and medium-sized family businesses
(North-West University, 2009)Family businesses are fast becoming the dominant form of business enterprise in both developing and developed economies. Family businesses are also being recognised as a potential driver of economic growth and wealth ... -
Assessment of hazard analysis and critical control points principles in primary school feeding schemes in the Western Region of Gauteng
(North-West University, 2009)Assessment of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Principles in Primary School Feeding Schemes in the Western Region of Gauteng Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the need for standard hygiene ... -
An assessment of health and safety management in selected rural hospitals
(North-West University, 2011)Health and safety is of the utmost importance for any company or institution to be successful. There is quite a negative perception regarding the health and safety of rural hospitals and clinics. Rural hospitals are most ... -
An assessment of high school pupils' attitudes towards the pronunciation of black South African English
(North-West University (South Africa), Vaal Triangle Campus, 2001)South African English (SAE) represents a conglomerate of many different varieties, which used to be identified by ethnic labeling. One such variety is Black South African English (BSAE), the English of English second ... -
An assessment of history textbooks for the secondary school.
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Assessment of how the current district surgeon's services can be transformed for cost effectiveness and efficiency in the North West Province
(North-West University (South Africa), 2001)This research intended to assess the services provided by the current district surgeons in the North West Province with the view of suggesting ways of transforming these services to be cost effective and efficient. The ...