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  • A pilot study to integrate HIV drug resistance gold standard interpretation algorithms using neural networks 
    Singh, Y.; Mars, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 11, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2013)
    There are several HIV drug resistant interpretation algorithms which produce different resistance measures even if applied to the same resistance profile. This discrepancy leads to confusion in the mind of the physician ...
  • The place of cultural rights in the workplace 
    Lambrechts, H. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 11, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2012)
    Freedom of religion is a constitutional right of every employee. It is the duty of the employer to respect and honour this freedom of religion of the employee. The question arises what the employer must do if there is ...
  • Potential sources of chryseobacterium contamination during poultry processing : a pilot study 
    De Beer, H.; Hugo, C.J. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2010)
    The genus Chryseobacterium is often found in food and is regarded as a food spoilage organism. In this study, the source of the chryseobacteria was uncertain. As an exploratory investigation, the potential source of ...
  • Prediction of low-frequency vibration transmission through an automotive door mount system using the finite element method 
    Desai, D.A.; Aylward, R.C; Smith, C.J.; Erasmus, J. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    The phenomenon of automotive door panel vibration is complex, because it comprises the simultaneous interaction of many competing factors. Numerical simulation of such behaviour is not simplistic and is challenging at both ...
  • The prediction of the academic performance of MBA students by means of specific aptitudes And competencies 
    Kotzè, M.; Griessel, L. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    The Council on Higher Education (CHE) (2004) states that graduation rates across all provider types of MBA qualifications in South Africa are not very high. Various studies have reported that, in order to address poor ...
  • The preparedness of Bloemfontein radiographers for common medical emergencies 
    Botha, R.W.; Kotze, B. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)
    Radiographers need to know how to react appropriately when a patient has a medical emergency; this is not only essential but lifesaving. This reaction stems from a theoretical framework that guides an automotive sense of ...
  • Price perceptions of international visitors to South Africa 
    Haarhoff, R.; Strydom, A.J. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2010)
    The question often arises as to how aware consumers are of prices of products and how much they are willing to pay for particular products. Research indicates that 'excellent value for money' is rated as the number one ...
  • Problems and solutions of waste handling practices at red meat abattoirs in the Free State province, South Africa 
    Roberts, H.A. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal: Vol 9, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2010)
    The waste management practices used at red-meat abattoirs in the Free State province for disposal of condemned products generated in abattoirs and the problems associated with the different waste disposal methods were ...
  • Problems first-year university students bring to science classes and implications for teaching and learning 
    Matoti, S.N.; Lekhu, M.A. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 7, Issue 2: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2008)
    An exploratory study was conducted to investigate firstly, the contextual problems first-year university students experienced at their respective schools and secondly, the subject related-problems that they could be bringing ...
  • Product and process innovations by means of rapid technologies 
    Dimitrov, D.; De Beer, N.; Centner, T. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 4, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2006)
    Over the past few years, methods of layered manufacturing (LM) have advanced substantially to the point where they now provide vital strategic benefits to various organisations. One area of application where LM technologies ...
  • Product development for play therapy : stimulating children with learning disabilities through the use of their own senses 
    Olivier, Y.; De Lange, R.W.; Reyneke, J.J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 7, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Various, multidisciplinary approaches can be used for the treatment of children with learning disabilities (LD). A multidisciplinary approach can include play therapy, remedial therapy, physiotherapy as well as a stimulant ...
  • Product development within the framework of a National Casting Technology Centre 
    Du Preez, W.; Paine., A.; Bean, R. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 4, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2006)
    The need for a state of the art advanced National Casting Technology Centre (NCTC) has been widely supported throughout industry and recognised as an important facilitator in the growth of the foundry industry. This ...
  • A programmable logic controller based laboratory analysis of conventional and intelligent control schemes for non-liner systems 
    Fernandes, J.M.; Van Niekerk, T. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)
    Intelligent Neural Network (NN) based control schemes have surmounted many of the limitations found in the conventional control approaches such as Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) control. Nevertheless, these modern ...
  • Promoting a research culture and scholarship at a higher education institution 
    Muller, Anton (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 3, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)
    This article offers a glance at strategies related to the creation of a research culture at higher education institutions that desire to reposition academic staff to commit to scholarly work and research outputs. The ...
  • Promoting professional quality and meaning in life among nursing students : a mixed methods study 
    Mason, H.D.; Nel, J.A. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)
    The study on which this article is based addressed a gap in existing research and practice by reporting on the empirical evaluation of a psycho-educational stress management programme that was developed to address professional ...
  • A proposal for innovation and technology transfer at CUT 
    Jordaan, J (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 11, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2012)
    Vision 2020 represents the preferred developmental way forward for the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT). It defines the intention of greatly increasing the involvement of its staff and students in ...
  • Prospects for tourism as a catalyst for development in South Africa 
    Ingle, M.K. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    The potential for tourism to contribute to development in South Africa has been enthusiastically embraced by the government and by many scholars. This article examines tourism from two perspectives 'Tourism First' and ...
  • Psychosocial support for vulnerable rural school learners : in search of social justice! 
    Hlalele, D. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2012)
    Psychosocial support has been defined as an ongoing process of meeting emotional, social, mental and spiritual needs, all of which are considered essential elements of meaningful and positive human development. It goes ...
  • Public policy and Batho Pele in South Africa : time to turn over a new leaf 
    Ingle, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 9, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2011)
    This paper is concerned to show that seminal public policy principles have sometimes failed to translate into improved customer service in South Africa and to discover why this should be so. After discussing various ...
  • Quality assurance of assessments : a case study 
    Edwards, Tryna (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 3, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2004)
    Higher education institutions find themselves on the brink of a completely transformed educational scene. However higher education institutions are also influenced by international trends in higher education and these ...

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