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2-D AND 3-D DESIGN AT A UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY: A RETROSPECTIVE OUTCOME

Faber, Hilda Anna (Bloemfontein: Central University of Technology, Free State, 2017)

Older views of curriculum and instruction are being replaced with an expanded vision of the place of visual arts in human experience. The current transformation of art education is not merely a broadening of curriculum ...

3-D Computer-aided Design (CAD) and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) milling : An alternative to traditional ceramics master moulding technology

Du Plooy, Elsje. (Bloemfontein: Central University of Technology, Free State, 2015-02-26)

This quantitative research project investigates the utilization of emerging technologies within the arts with a view on establishing an interdisciplinary approach between ceramics and engineering. The traditional ...

3D digital geometry designs for Poland’s syndrome using Magics and Geomagic® Freeform®

Van Heerden, Izél; Fossey, Annabel; Booysen, Gerrie J. (Emerald, 2018)

Purpose – Poland’s syndrome patients often seek medical interventions to improve their aesthetic appearances. Design and manufacturing technologies make it possible to produce custom-made implants for such medical conditions. ...

3D Printed Laryngoscope For Endotracheal Intubation

Huysamen, H.W.; Kinnear, W.A.; Fonternel, T.E.; Turton, E.W.; Yadroitsava, I.; Yadroitsev, I. (South African Journal of Industrial Engineering November 2020 Vol 31(3) Special Edition, pp 209-217, 2020-11-11)

This study aims to determine whether additive manufacturing can be used to produce a safe and reliable video laryngoscope. Different designs were proposed and evaluated with a mannequin for usability. Finite element analysis ...

An abductive approach to qualitative built environment research A viable system methodological exposé

Awuzie, Bankole; McDermott, Peter (Qualitative Research Journal, 2017)

Qualitative researchers are often confronted with a dilemma of selecting an appropriate approach within which to situate their research. This has led to successive attempts by qualitative researchers in the built environment ...

Academic and professional pedagogy : a conceptual perspective

Ntshoe, I.M.; Holzbaur, U.D. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2012)

This paper examines the discourses on technical vocation education and training (TVET) adopting a comparative perspective. In particular, we critically analyse the notion of academic and professional pedagogy to embed ...

Academic and Student Perceptions on the Integration of HIV and AIDS education in an Electrical Engineering Curriculum at a South African University of Technology

Louw, Nicolaas; Lawrence, Meda; Swart, James (2nd International Conference on Higher Education Advances, HEAd’16 Universitat Polit`ecnica de Val`encia, Val`encia, 2016)

South Africa has the largest number of people living with HIV and AIDS in the world. A concerted effort is needed to address this epidemic, lest a socioeconomic crisis may cripple the country. Education may be the most ...

Academic literacy programme model design

Pachagadu, S.; De Beer, K.J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 8, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2009)

The pass rate of grade 12 learners is shockingly low and this is supposed to be the feeding ground for Higher Educations in South Africa. Alet Rademeyer quotes from a document of Advocate Paul Hoffman, SC, and director of ...

Academic staff recruitment and retention at the Technikon Free State : issues and recommendations

Du Plooy, M.J.; Snyman, A.H. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 3, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2004)

The recruitment and retention of academic staff members is emerging as one of the biggest challenges facing all higher education institutions, including the Technikon Free State (TFS). The TFS is also faced with statutory ...

An academic writing skills framework for doctoral candidates at the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT)

Delport, M. (Bloemfontein : Central University of Technology, Free State, 2018)

Doctoral thesis writing proves to be difficult and poses various challenges to candidates during their postgraduate journey. This article seeks to contribute to the knowledge base underpinning academic writing at doctoral ...

Access–usage qualities of information technology in higher education setting

Manduna, Watson Moffat (Journal of Psychology in Africa, 2014)

This study examined access and usage qualities as perceived by students of Information Communication Technologies (ICT) at a South African technology university. Participants were 40 randomly selected first-year (n = 20) ...

ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING OF SECTIONAL TITLE PROPERTY: AN OVERVIEW FROM THE GOVERNANCE PERSPECTIVE IN A DEVELOPING COUNTRY

Steenkamp, Leandi (Risk Governance and Control: Financial Markets & Institutions, 2017)

The sectional title industry has been a part of the property landscape in South Africa for almost half a century, and plays a profound role in addressing the housing problem in the country. Stakeholders such as owners ...

ACCREDITATION BY PROFESSIONAL BODIES IN SOUTH AFRICA: PERCEPTIONS OF UNIVERSITY ACADEMICS

Emuze, Fidelis A; de Jager, Henk (Central University of Technology, Free State, 2015)

Professional bodies have vital roles to fulfil in relation to the regulation and enhancement of concerned professions. Among other reasons, academic programmes are subjected to the accreditation process to ensure that ...

Achieving social value through construction frameworks: the effect of client attributes

Awuzie, Bankole; Farag, Fady; McDermott, Peter (Institution of Civil Engineers, 2018-02-15)

The UK Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 mandates public sector construction clients to prioritise the resolution of social challenges through procurement. Accordingly, clients are increasingly committing to delivering ...

Acid tolerance and organic acid susceptibility of selected food-borne pathogens

Slabbert, R.S (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 13, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2013)

The development of tolerance to low pH levels and the existence of cross-resistance may promote survival of bacteria in acidic foodstuff and in acidic environments such as the human stomach, in so doing escalating the ...

Actions for local government excellence in intergovernmental relations in South Africa

Geldenhuys, Abie J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 4, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)

The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and conclusive Acts analysed in this article reflects the process of local government democratization in South Africa. In this milieu, the importance ...

Active / interactive learning facilitation in large classes

Van Amerom, W.P.C. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 3, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)

Anyone who has taught a large class is aware of the physical and emotional constraints upon both lecturer and students. For students the dominant problems are anonymity, passivity and a frustration of not being able to say ...

Activity-based management accounting in the health care sector, with specific reference to private hospital groups in South Africa

Cunha, Ana Cristina Goncalves (Bloemfontein: Central University of Technology, Free State, 2001)

The health care sector, worldwide, is characterised by increasing patient loads, more complex procedures - and ever-increasing medical costs, with the cost of hospitalisation being the predominant cost factor absorbing ...

Adaptation of the community to the impact of drought on water availability in Bloemfontein, Free State Province, South Africa

Mokgadi, Majang Irene (Central University of Technology, 2021)

Background: Drought is considered to be a life-threatening natural disaster that results in many uncertainties. Drought has been occurring globally in the past decades due to climate change. The reduction of the availability ...

Adaptive Environmental Management System for Lejweleputswa District: A Participatory Approach Through Fuzzy Cognitive Maps

Mbele, Mpho; Masinde, Muthoni; Kgololo-Ngowi, Itumeleng (ICST Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering, 2016)

South Africa is home to some of the deepest mines in the world. Waste from gold mines constitutes the largest single source of waste and pollution in South Africa [2] Though mining industries develop environmental management ...

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