Improving construction planning practice in Saudi Arabia by means of lean construction principles and techniques (2011)
Thesis

The research presented in this thesis identifies problems related to project management that could lead to delay in construction projects and seeks to provide practical solutions. Its main aim is to improve construction planning practice by implement... Read More about Improving construction planning practice in Saudi Arabia by means of lean construction principles and techniques.

Active shielding based on difference potentials (2011)
Thesis
Lim, H. Active shielding based on difference potentials. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Active control of sound is a technique for altering acoustic fields to wanted ones
in aimed domains by introducing controllable active secondary sound sources called
controls. This thesis describes an active shielding methodology based on differenc... Read More about Active shielding based on difference potentials.

Critical success factors to industrialised building system (IBS) contractor (2011)
Thesis
Mohamad Kamar, K. Critical success factors to industrialised building system (IBS) contractor. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Industrialised Building System (IBS) is defined as a construction technique in which
components are manufactured in a controlled environment (on or off site), transported,
positioned and assembled into a structure with minimal additional site work.... Read More about Critical success factors to industrialised building system (IBS) contractor.

Composition portfolio (2011)
Thesis
Otter, F. Composition portfolio. (Thesis). University of Salford

This submission takes the form of six original musical compositions along with critical analyses.
(NB in accordance with convention all references to notes and examples within the text are given in concert pitch.)
The first composition, 'Lonely Isl... Read More about Composition portfolio.

The Irish in Middlesbrough : a part of Middlesbrough's community or apart from it? (2011)
Thesis

Victorian Middlesbrough was a 'new town' and, as a consequence, all its
inhabitants were immigrants. Thus, how the Irish came to Middlesbrough is of interest.
However, the main aims of this research are to examine the spatial, demographic, social... Read More about The Irish in Middlesbrough : a part of Middlesbrough's community or apart from it?.

Rehabilitation of the urban water system in Khartoum (2011)
Thesis

Water is the most common substance on earth, covering more than 70% of the planet's surface. The supply of fresh water has been shrinking; up until now water has been treated as an unlimited resource that has been provided as cheaply as possible and... Read More about Rehabilitation of the urban water system in Khartoum.

Design, analysis and development of HR best practices model in Abu Dhabi police HR general directorate (2011)
Thesis
Al-Manhali, M. Design, analysis and development of HR best practices model in Abu Dhabi police HR general directorate. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Human Resources Best Practices are essential for any organization as these practices
are well known for the effective role they play in increasing the organization
productivity and efficiency. Many years ago, scientists started studying these
prac... Read More about Design, analysis and development of HR best practices model in Abu Dhabi police HR general directorate.

A critical evaluation of service failure and recovery in UK hotels from the consumer perspective (2011)
Thesis
Bennett, I. A critical evaluation of service failure and recovery in UK hotels from the consumer perspective. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Few, if any, organisations can deliver 'zero defects' service to customers. The
management of both complaints about service failure and the recovery strategies
employed when critical incidents occur is therefore important because of its actual
imp... Read More about A critical evaluation of service failure and recovery in UK hotels from the consumer perspective.

How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film? (2011)
Thesis
Groom, J. How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film?. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

This dissertation will explain how films utilise technological development to
create special effects that portray the past, present and future and how time
travel is conveyed to the audience.
Several of the films to be discussed will show how the... Read More about How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film?.

Conative utterances : a Qur'anic perspective (2011)
Thesis
Alomary, S. Conative utterances : a Qur'anic perspective. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Conation is an aspect of mind, alongside cognition and affect. The conative
function of communication entails the relationship between the 'message' and the
'receiver'. Based on relevant communication models and sign typologies, this
thesis covers... Read More about Conative utterances : a Qur'anic perspective.

Can sustainability be inspired by design from nature? (2011)
Thesis
Kirke, M. Can sustainability be inspired by design from nature?. (Thesis). University of Salford

Economically and politically mankind's natural environment has become one of
the most important issues within modern society. With the realisation that
thousands of years of polluting the earth and stripping its resources without
restraint is havi... Read More about Can sustainability be inspired by design from nature?.

A system for understanding the content of street signs using finger-tracking (2011)
Thesis
Papoulakis, G. A system for understanding the content of street signs using finger-tracking. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The work describes the development of a computer vision system which detects and
interprets the text on signs in a scene. A key component in this system is the use of
finger detection to select a particular sign in the scene, or text on a sign. T... Read More about A system for understanding the content of street signs using finger-tracking.

An investigation in congenital transmission of Toxoplasma gondii as a potential mode of transmission in mice and humans (2011)
Thesis

Toxoplasma gondii is a pathogenic Apicomplexan parasite with a worldwide
distribution in almost all warm blooded animals. The parasite is transmitted to hosts in
three ways; via oocysts that are passed from the definitive host the cat; by the... Read More about An investigation in congenital transmission of Toxoplasma gondii as a potential mode of transmission in mice and humans.

Visual management : an exploration of the concept and its implementation in construction (2011)
Thesis

Visual Management (VM) is the managerial strategy of employing visual (sensory) tools
and aids in close-range communication at a workplace to increase the self-management
ability of the workforce. It is an important element of the Toyota Producti... Read More about Visual management : an exploration of the concept and its implementation in construction.

The slump test and posterior thigh disorders (2011)
Thesis
Fowler, E. The slump test and posterior thigh disorders. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction: The slump test is used in athletes with suspected hamstring strains to determine the presence of neural mechanosensitivity. Other than cadaveric investigations, limited evidence exists regarding this test with respect to the neuromuscul... Read More about The slump test and posterior thigh disorders.

Statistical modelling in test cricket (2011)
Thesis
Akhtar, S. Statistical modelling in test cricket. (Thesis). University of Salford

In this thesis, we focus on decision problems in test cricket. Initially, we address declaration and follow-on decision problems. We then investigate session by session
batting and bowling strategy. Later, we extend our analysis to the rating of tes... Read More about Statistical modelling in test cricket.

A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar (2011)
Thesis
Elbeskeri, R. A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The shear strength of masonry is the function of many factors, but current research indicates
that bond quality is the primary factor. The bond strength is a key parameter representing
structural integrity and water-tightness of the masonry system.... Read More about A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar.

The translation of parallelism in political speeches (2011)
Thesis

The Translation of Parallelism in Political Speeches
The core focus of this research centres on the rhetorical device parallelism, -which is
frequently used in Arabic, particularly in the context of political discourse. The aim of
this study is... Read More about The translation of parallelism in political speeches.

Emotion and cognition in the films of Bernardo Bertolucci (2011)
Thesis

Bernardo Bertolucci continues to be regarded as one of the most talented Italian filmmakers,
and although his work has provoked controversy, his films have allowed him to enjoy an
international reputation as a cinematic auteu... Read More about Emotion and cognition in the films of Bernardo Bertolucci.

Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells (2011)
Thesis
El Kamkhi, M. Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford,

One of the most common production problems in oil and gas fields is scale deposition within oil and gas wellbores. Scale formation in surface and subsurface oil and gas production equipment has been recognised to be a major operational problem. The e... Read More about Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells.