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Die senaat onder Tiberius :'n studie van Tacitus, annales I-VI

Die verband tussen geloofsekerheid en angs

'n Kritiese beskouing van die huidige klassifikasie van die superfamilie Actinolaimoidea (Nematoda)

  • Authors: Van Rooyen, Daniel
  • Date: 1982
  • Subjects: Nematodes , Dorylaimida - Classification , Actinolaimoidea (Nematoda)
  • Language: Afrikaans
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84387 , uj:19214
  • Description: Abstract: The group of nematodes with walls of the stoma (pharynx) or vestibule cuticularized was first classified under the subfamily Actinolaiminae (family Dorylaimidae) by Thorne in 1939. Meyl raised it to family status in 1961 and in 1967 Thorne erected the superfamily Actino= laimoidea to accomodate this group of nenatodes under the Dorylaimida. In this dissertation the validity of the superfamily is questioned. The classification of this group by Thorne (1967), Ferris (1971) and Andrássy (1976) are compared and the present taxonomy of the group is criticized. The group of actinolaims is considered as a family under the superfamily Dorylaimoidea by the author and a rearran= gement of the genera is proposed. , M.A. (Zoology)
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Die berekening van sonintensiteit en die simulasie van sonstand

  • Authors: Botha, Hester Maria Johanna
  • Date: 1987
  • Subjects: Solar energy
  • Language: Afrikaans
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/15777 , uj:15699
  • Description: Abstract: The purpose of the project was to calculate the intensity of the sun and to simulate the sun's altitude.A computer programme (including a correction factor for the effects of altitude) was written to calculate the values of the intensity of the sun and a heat exchanger was built to verify the results experimentally. Tests were done with the heat exchanger at right angles to the sun and the difference in temperature between the inlet and the outlet of the heat exchanger was used to calculate the intensity of the sun. A model was designed to simulate the suns altitude at any given time of the day and at any chosen place in the country... , M. Ing. (Mechanical Engineering)
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Dynamic hydromachine control

  • Authors: Liebenberg, Leon
  • Date: 1990
  • Subjects: Machinery, Dynamics of. , Machine design.
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/16078 , uj:15736
  • Description: Abstract: A Dynamic Hydromachine Control concept is presented here with specific application as a specialized transmission for a heavy vehicle, which would provide such a vehicle with good mobility and good ride and handling characteristics as well as the provision of a large torque/speed range which is essential for multi purpose vehicles. Dynamic Hydromachine Control is a term given to a hydrostatic transmission which is subjected to both primary unit dynamic pressure control and secondary unit dynamic speed control, so as to obtain an extremely versatile hydrostatic transmission with unique characteristics. The Dynamic Hydromachine Control concept is realized by a digital Transmission Control Computer and analogue controllers, which interpret the operator/driver inputs and generate control signals for the hydromachines according to a Control Law, which is petrol engine speed dependent. This control strategy ensures that the petrol engine cannot stall (nor overspeed for long periods) and it would also provide a vehicle with handling characteristics similar to those of a conventional vehicle with an automatic transmission. The Control Law may be operated in three main modes, namely those of normal differential action (with limited wheel slip control capability), differential lock action or forced steering action. The Dynamic Hydromachine Control concept has been evaluated on an experimental power train, the hydrostatic transmission of which is to be directly implemented in a technology demonstrator vehicle (at a later stage of the research program). The hydromachines have been dimensioned (in terms of torque and speed) so as to fulfil the functional requirements of the eventual technology demonstrator vehicle. No—load characterisation tests as well as vehicle traction simulation tests were performed on the experimental hydrostatic transmission. It is shown that the system pressure, the high pressure accumulator, and the inertial loads, all have significant influences on the overall dynamic response of the system. The high pressure accumulator which is normally included in a hydraulic circuit where secondary unit speed control is performed, has been found to be redundant due to the fast and effective dynamic pressure control which is exercised. It is however this controlled variation of system pressure together with the absorbing effect of the high pressure accumulator, which cause pressure oscillations and possible system instability, thus providing further motivation for the omission of the high pressure accumulator from the final hydraulic circuit which is to be implemented in the technology demonstrator vehicle. Apart from these findings, the experimental results prove that the different operational modes of the Control Law, operate successfully under various simulated traction load conditions, thus validating the use of the Dynamic Hydromachine Control concept for multi wheeled heavy vehicles. , M. Ing. (Meg)
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Diminutives in Isizulu

  • Authors: Nxumalo, Minah
  • Date: 1993
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/83987 , uj:19165
  • Description: Abstract: Die morfologiese en sernantiese kenmerke van die dirninutiewe suffiks {-ana} is dusver nog nie volledig nagevors vir Zulu nie. Op morfologiese viak het dit geblyk dat I-anal die normvariant van die suffiks is en 'n aantal rnorfologiese, rnorfonologiese (of kombinatoriese) en fakultatiewe variante vertoon. Hierdie rnorfeern bet waarskynlik sy ontstaan gehad in die hipotetiese naarnwoordstarn -ana. Die optrede van {-ana} het bepaalde klankveranderings tot gevolg weens die opeenhoping van vokale. Fonologiese reels wat voorsiening maak vir a-weglating, palatalisasie, frikativisasie en semivokaal-weglating word bespreek. {-ana} tree hoofsaaklik produktief en met 'n diminutiewe betekeniswaarde op, en het dus die status van ware rnorfeern. Daar kom egter ook verstarde vorrns voor waaronder kwasi-diminutiewe (naamwoorde met die klankvorm I-anal, maar geen diminutiewe betekenis nie) en onproduktiewe diminutiewe naarnwoorde (naamwoorde met 'n dirninutiewe betekenis rnaar geen ooreenstemrnende onafgeleide vorme nie). Laasgenoemde twee tipes naamwoorde kan gegroepeer word in semantiese bundels of velde. Benewens naamwoorde (waarby adjektiewe en relatiewe ingesluit is), kan {-ana} ook kombineer met voornaamwoorde en bywoorde. Wanneer {-ana} met the suffikse {-azi} en {-kazi} kombineer, hou dit in sekere gevalle bykomende semantiese implikasies in. Op semantiese viak word benewens 'n prirnêre funksie van 'verkleining', 'jonkheid' en 'kind van', ook 'n sekondêre funksie aangetref; {-ana} kan naamlik gebruik word om onder meer liefde, vertedering, vroulikheid, rnanlikheid, vernedering, sirnpatie en veragting uit te druk. , M.A. (African Languages)
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Media-integrering in afstandsonderwys

  • Authors: Pretorius, Cecilia Johanna
  • Date: 1993
  • Language: Afrikaans
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84165 , uj:19184
  • Description: Abstract: The question addressed in this study relates to the way in which media integration may figure in order to make an impact on the need that exists for a parallel and/or augmenting teaching modus. Factors that have contributed to the existence of a need for such a complementary model, may be found, inter alia in the economical, political and social tendencies that accompany changes in the country's political dispensation. A contributing factor is the astronomical number of learners for whom a more affordable provision of education must be created. Particular reference is made to distance education as a teaching rnodus to mainly accommodate the thousands of secondary learners excluded from education as a result of one or another kind of disruption. Planners and curriculum developers should, in the new education dispensation in South-Africa, pay attention to the fact that mainly academically orientated syllabi must make way for more occupationally directed training that will probably, in all respects, be more cost effective for the economy. The aim of this study is to research the possibility of creating new educational opportunities through distance education. The objective is, to address in particular, the crisis in the provision of secondary education. In conclusion it must be mentioned that it is of paramount importance that the roll of media in education should not be underestimated, particularly when one is to work with learners who will struggle with backlogs of great magnitude and where substituted realities will be better than no example at all. , M. Ed.
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Menslike ontwikkeling as 'n alternatiewe benadering tot ekonomiese ontwikkeling, met verwysing na die Suid-Afrikaanse situasie

  • Authors: Van der Nest, D. P.
  • Date: 1994
  • Language: Afrikaans
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84190 , uj:19188
  • Description: Abstract: The purpose of this study is to show that human development is an alternative approach to economic development with reference to the South African situation. This study highlights the evolution in the thought on economic development. Since the nineteen fifties different theories have seen the light with the common goal to increase the level of development in less developed countries. As this study clearly illustrates, all of these theories have one thing in common: a growth in income indicates a higher level of development. The study illustrates that a growth in income can't be the only indicator of development. Development must reach and influence the inhabitants of a country. It is seen that there are countries with a high income which can't reach sufficient levels of human development, while there are countries with a relatively low level of income and a high level of human development. The alternative to income growth is thus the human development approach. The human development approach consists of an index which gives a numerical value to three important aspects of human life namely life expectancy, literacy and income... , M. Com. (Economics)
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Type 3CR12 corrosion resisting steel hot-rolled I-sections in bending

  • Authors: Smidt, Marius L.R.G.
  • Date: 1994
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/85156 , uj:19309
  • Description: Abstract: Eight Type 3CR 12 beams of varyious lengths were subjected to equal end moments untill failure. This loading arrangement ensure that the portion of beam between supports only experience pure bending and no shear. The magnitude of the shear force was limited, to ensure that shear failure was unlikely at the leverarms. Coupons, sampled from the beams before testing, were subjected to tensile and compression tests to establish the mechanical properties of the material of each beam. Strain and deflections were measured at numerous places along each beam. This enabled the derivation of the material properties and essential beam design parameters The beam-test results used along with relevant beam theory, enables the compilation of design formulae to be included in a much needed first edition of a hot-rolled stainless steel design specification. At numerous stages in this study the relevant properties of Type 3CR 12 steel is compared to the corresponding properties of mild steel in order to assess the relation between mild steel and stainless steel. , M.Eng. (Civil Engineering)
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'n Ondersoek na omgewingsverandering en strategieaanpassing binne enkele ondernemings in die Vaaldriehoekgebied

  • Authors: Grobler, Johan
  • Date: 1995
  • Subjects: Organizational change - South Africa , Strategic planning - South Africa
  • Language: Afrikaans
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84405 , uj:19217
  • Description: Abstract: During 1989, the need for doing a study on environmental change and strategy adjustment within a few businesses in the Vaal Triangle area, was identified. This study revealed the fact that the economic environment exercised the greatest influence on businesses. The past few years have been characterized by radical political-, and consequently, economical changes in the country. As a result of this, it was decided to undertake a similar study. The latest study revealed information regarding the macro environment. The variables which will, in future, exercise the greatest influence on the manufacturing industry in the Vaal Triangle, were also identified. The first section of this paper gives an in-depth theoretical study of the influence of macro environmental factors on a business. This study was done on the basis of Pearce and Robinson's model of macro environmental factors. With the aid of this model, it was attempted to determine which opportunities, threats, strong points and weak points will influence the business environment the most. The next step was to entail a SWOT analysis which includes choice of stategy and strategy evaluation. The institutionalisation process, in which attention was paid to factors such as structure, leadership and culture, follows. It is concluded by the strategy being made operational by means of functional strategies. The objective of the last part has been to determine how businesses experience the institutionalisation process in practice. An environmental reconnoitering- and strategy adjustment questionnaire, which evaluated 42 dimensions, were used. The questionnaire was completed by the general managers of selected businesses. The results have been assimilated and processed in tabels and on graphs.... , M.Com. (Business Management)
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The effects of thermotherapy versus spinal manipulative therapy on hypertonic trapezius muscles

  • Authors: Kalogeropoulos, Nicolaos
  • Date: 2000
  • Subjects: Thermotherapy , Trapezius muscles
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/20356 , uj:16087
  • Description: Abstract: Jt is hypothesised that hypertonic musculature can be treated by a variety of modalities which include thermotherapy, adjustment, dry needling, ultrasound and interferential current. In the present study, a sample of sixty subjects were randomly divided into three groups, the heat group, the adjustment group and the stretching group in order to evaluate which treatment modality was most beneficial in the short tenn management of trapezius muscle hypertonicity. Each group contained twenty subjects, respectively. At the initial consultation, a case history, a ccrvicaJ regional and physical examinations were performed on each subject and each subject completed an informed consent fom1, Neck Pain and Disability Index (Vemon-Mior) questionnaire and a numerical pain rating scale. The subjects were treated once a day for four consecutive days, and were required to return one week after their last treatment for electromyographic recordings only. Electromyographic recordings were taken before the commencement of the treatment and on completion of the treatment on each day, including the follow-up. Subjects in the heat group received heat packs followed by stretching of the trapezius musculature bilaterally. Subjects in the adjustment group received spinal manipulative therapy to all fixations within the ve11ebral levels of CO to TI, followed with stretching of the trapczius musculature bilaterally. Subjects in the stretching group received stretching of the trapezius musculature bilaterally... , M.Tech.
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Natural and anthropogenic influences on the water quality of the Orange River, South Africa

  • Authors: Bucas, Kelly
  • Date: 2006
  • Subjects: Water quality , Orange River (South Africa)
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: uj:2190 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/456
  • Description: M.Sc. (Environmental Science) , Abstract: The natural condition of the Orange River should be evaluated in order to develop baseline information so that it can be used for comparison, monitoring and informed decision-making. This will also allow for further research to take place. Although there is a lot of data available on the Orange River, little work has been done on the evaluation of the natural conditions that influence the inorganic water chemistry Inorganic data, from 1986 to 2006, obtained from the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) was evaluated for six sample stations along the Orange River (D1H009Q01, D3H008Q01, D3H012Q01, D3H013Q01, D7H008Q01 and D7H005Q01). Climate data (1986-2006) was obtained from the South African Weather Service. The following water quality data was used in the evaluation: pH and the concentrations of major elements (all in mg/L). The major elements include sodium (Na + ), potassium (K + ), calcium (Ca ²+ ), magnesium (Mg ²+ ), silica (Si ⁴+ ), fluoride (F - ), orthophosphate (PO ³- ), chloride (Cl - ), total alkalinity (TAL) assumed to be bicarbonate (HCO - ), sulphate (SO ²- ), 3 4 nitrate (NO - ) (assuming that NO - >>> NO - ) and the total dissolved solids (TDS). Various 3 3 2 geochemical techniques were used to analyse the data... , The natural condition of the Orange River should be evaluated in order to develop baseline information so that it can be used for comparison, monitoring and informed decision-making. This will also allow for further research to take place. Although there is a lot of data available on the Orange River, little work has been done on the evaluation of the natural conditions that influence the inorganic water chemistry Inorganic data, from 1986 to 2006, obtained from the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) was evaluated for six sample stations along the Orange River (D1H009Q01, D3H008Q01, D3H012Q01, D3H013Q01, D7H008Q01 and D7H005Q01). Climate data (1986-2006) was obtained from the South African Weather Service. The following water quality data was used in the evaluation: pH and the concentrations of major elements (all in mg/L). The major elements include sodium (Na ), potassium (K ), calcium (Ca ), magnesium (Mg ), silica (Si ), fluoride (F ), orthophosphate (PO ), chloride (Cl ), total alkalinity (TAL) assumed to be bicarbonate (HCO ), sulphate (SO ), nitrate (NO ) (assuming that NO >>> NO ) and the total dissolved solids (TDS). Various geochemical techniques were used to analyse the data. The results of this study show that the water chemistry of the Orange River is controlled by: 1. Chemical weathering of siliceous sediment, intrusive igneous rocks and metamorphic rocks (Na , K , Mg , Ca , HCO , F and Si ). 2. Input from agricultural and urban activities affecting, in particular, the concentrations of PO , NO , SO and Cl . There is an increase in cation and anion concentrations from 1986-2006. The concentration of cations and anions increases downstream from D1H009Q01 to D7H005Q01 i.e. from a colder wetter climate to a drier hotter climate. Based on the chemical characteristics, two groups were identified. The stations in each group include: Group 1: D1H009Q01, D3H013Q01, D3H012Q01 and D3H008Q01 and Group 2: D7H008Q01 and D7H005Q01. For group 1 the degree of pollution is generally consistent (between 10 and 30 percent). The element concentration was plotted against the total annual runoff and the visual trend shows a decrease in Na , K , Mg , Ca , HCO and F as the annual runoff increases. This is because the dilution effect is stronger than the release of cations and anions due to chemical weathering. This decrease is typical for weathering of rock types such as granites, shale and metamorphic rocks. Si shows an increase in concentration as total annual runoff increases. This indicates that feldspar is the dominant mineral that is being weathered. Chemical weathering of feldspars (specifically Na- and K-feldspars) releases more Si compared to other species. PO and SO show no visual trend and Cl and NO show a possible increase in concentration with an increase in total annual runoff. This is most likely due to greater input of these species from the surrounding agricultural and urban areas when the runoff increases. For group 2 the degree of pollution is generally higher and shows a greater fluctuation compared to group 1. The visual trend for the concentration of Na , K , Mg , Ca , Cl , SO , HCO and F shows a sharp decline at low runoff, dilution is the dominant process. The concentration of these then increases as chemical weathering becomes more dominant, the effect of chemical weathering becomes greater than the effect of dilution. After this the effect of dilution becomes greater and the species concentrations show a steady, slight decrease, similar to group 1. Si shows a sharp increase as total annual runoff increases to 5000 million m3, thereafter it decreases slightly. The increase of the Si concentration is due to chemical weathering which is stronger than the dilution effect. The increase in NO and PO is most likely due to agricultural activities and urbanisation in the immediate area. As surface runoff increases it increases transport of these chemical species into the river. Both the agricultural/urban input and the release of cations and anions by chemical weathering are severely influenced by the stream runoff. Any evaluation of the inorganic chemistry from the Orange River should include runoff. The variation of the annual runoff affects the percentage of pollution, especially for the lower Orange River.
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The impact of the trust and confidence imperative on the employment relationship in South African labour law

The open gay relationship : a social constructionist grounded theory analysis

  • Authors: Rabie, Francois
  • Date: 2011
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84545 , uj:19234
  • Description: Abstract: This study explored the constructions of gay couples who were in non-monogamous relationships. Three couples were each jointly interviewed to examine how they experienced the relationship. Interviews were analysed using Social Constructionist grounded theory. Findings included the following categories: men as being hyper-sexual, the complexities involved in dislodging sex from emotions, the joy experienced in expanding sexual pleasures and rules protecting the primary relationship. These categories were collapsed into a core category: dyadic commitment within the structure of nomadic sexuality. This study contributes to theory-building and has implications for clinicians who work with gay couples. , M.A. (Clinical Psychology)
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Volatility spill-over between the Rand foreign exchange market and the JSE/FTSE Top 40

Work-family conflict and work engagement among working mothers: the moderating roles of neuroticism and conscientiousness

  • Authors: Opie, Tracy Jane
  • Date: 2011
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/224073 , uj:22557
  • Description: Abstract: Orientation - Working women are finding it increasingly challenging to establish a balance between work and family life. This often results in work-family conflict which may affect their well-being. Research purpose - The current study utilised the Job Demand-Resources Model to investigate the effects of work-family conflict on a positive work-related well-being outcome, namely work engagement. The study also explored the moderating role of personality traits, including conscientiousness and neuroticism, on the relationship between work-family conflict and work engagement. Motivation for the study: There is limited research regarding the impact of work-family conflict on South African working mothers. Research design, approach, and method: A quantitative, cross-sectional survey design was used. The sample (N=267) was comprised of working mothers from several organisations. Data was gathered using the Work-to-Family Conflict Questionnaire (Netemeyer, Boles & McMurrian, 1996), the Basic Traits Inventory (BTI) (Taylor & De Bruin, 2005) and the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES-9) (Schaufeli, Salanova, González-Romá & Bakker, 2002). Main finding: The results indicated that work-family conflict negatively predicts work engagement. Conscientiousness positively predicts work engagement, and neuroticism negatively predicts work engagement. A significant interaction effect was found for conscientiousness but not for neuroticism. The findings showed that for participants with high levels of conscientiousness, work engagement decreases significantly more with an increase in work-family conflict than for participants with low levels of conscientiousness. , M.Com (Industrial Psychology)
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Design of a temperature controllable demand water heater

  • Authors: Duff, Craig Andrew
  • Date: 2012
  • Subjects: Renewable energy sources , Hot-water supply , Solar energy , Heat exchangers
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256890 , uj:26975
  • Description: Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate ways to reduce the wastage of electricity and water during domestic hot water applications. Contemporary electric water heaters do not use water and electricity in an efficient manner due to their methods of operation, the placement of the water heater unit away from the point‐of‐use and the lack of direct user‐control. The aim of this study is to consider the feasibility of decentralising water heating to the point‐of‐use by combining a compact heating chamber with the tap, providing scope for the user to be in direct control of the water heating system. This study is necessary in order to support the development of products that improve the efficient use of essential resources, in this case electricity and water. The method used to study the feasibility of user‐controlled decentralised water heating is laboratory‐based experimentation, for which a compact heating chamber and user‐operated controls are designed. This study uses mixed‐methods research to measure both the heating chamber and the user‐control simultaneously. The experimental findings confirm that it is possible to heat flowing water in a compact heating chamber and the user is able to directly control the water heating system. These findings support further research and development of the user‐controlled point‐of‐use water heating concept as a method to save electricity and water. Further research and development should aim to determine to what extent this concept saves water and electricity when compared to existing water heating systems. , M.Tech. (Industrial Design)
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Islamic perceptions of mental illness amongst young South African Muslim women

  • Authors: Bulbulia, Tasneem
  • Date: 2012
  • Subjects: Islam - Customs and practices , Muslim women - South Africa , Mental illness
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/84132 , uj:19181
  • Description: Abstract: Attitudes, beliefs and res5onses to mental illness and the mentally ill are significantly affected by the way in which individuals conceptualise and understand mental illness. Religion and culture play a vital role in the way individuals perceive, interpret and experience mental illness (Gaw, 2008). It is thus important to explore and understand the way in which religion and culture influence individual's perceptions of mental illness as this may affect the nature of family and community support of those who are mentally ill as well as moderate the treatment process by psychologists and enable them to develop culturally specific interventions (Morrison & Thorton, 1999). The religion of Islam is described as a way of life. Islamic beliefs and values therefore filter into all aspects of a practicing Muslim's life, including their attitudes. beliefs and responses to illness. This study aims to explore the way in which young South African Muslim women perceive mental illness with a specific focus on the influences that the religion of Islam may have on their perceptions. A purposive sample of five Muslim women between the ages of 17 and 18 years was selected from an Islamic school situated in the Johannesburg area. Semi-structured interviews were conducted in order to gain information that was rich in nature and thematic content analysis was used to analyse the data.... , M.A. (Psychology)
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Public awareness, risk perception and behaviour towards human health impact of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and antibiotics use in food-producing animals : a cross-sectional study in Malaysia

  • Authors: Fatokun, Omotayo Oladuntoye
  • Date: 2012
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/498962 , uj:45575
  • Description: M.A. (Public Health) , Abstract: Background: The misuse of antimicrobials in food-producing animals is one of the main drivers of the emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). A critical component in addressing AMR is the understanding of general public perceptions and behaviour towards antibiotic resistance in food-producing animals. Objective: The aim of this research was to investigate public awareness, risk perception and the factors that influence the public behaviour towards human health impact of antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic use in food-producing animals in Malaysia. Methods: A cross-sectional study with a sample size of 416 participants. The study was conducted among the general public in Malaysia using a web-based questionnaire. Participants were selected using convenience and snowball sampling methods. A pilot study was carried out before the actual survey. Several strategies were used to reach as many respondents as possible all over the country. These included relying on professional and personal networks, family members, friends, and colleagues to broadcast and share the survey. Informed consent was obtained from all participants. Descriptive analysis was performed to summarise the data. Crude odds ratios (COR) and adjusted odds ratios (AORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using multivariate logistic regression in SPSS Version 26 to analyse the factors associated with participants' behaviour towards the risk of antibiotic resistance in food-producing animals. The statistical significance of relationships among the variables was determined using a 95% CI. Results: The key findings of this research, based on the objectives and the methodology applied, are summarised as follows. More than half of the participants (n = 238, 57.2%) did not take any action to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance. Higher educational level (AOR = 0.31, 95% CI [0.10-0.97]), Malay race (COR = 0.43, 95% CI [0.21-0.86]), those professing Islam (COR = 0.51, 95% CI [0.28-0.99]), income of RM2001-RM3000 (ZAR7304.90- ZAR10952.84) (AOR = 0.30, 95% CI [0.14-0.62]) and RM3001-RM4000 (ZAR10957.54- ZAR14602.0) (AOR = 0.43, 95% CI [0.22-0.84]), awareness about antibiotic resistance occurrence (AOR= 3.77, 95% CI [1.53-9.24]), awareness about antibiotic resistance in both human and animals (COR = 0.35, 95% CI [0.13-0.92]), lack of awareness (AOR= 4.44, 95% CI [1.66-11.89]), slightly aware (AOR = 2.95, 95% CI [1.06-8.25]) and somewhat aware (COR = 2.68, 95% CI [1.00-7.18]) of antibiotic resistance transfer via well-cooked meat, lack of exposure to information on antibiotic resistance in food-producing animals (AOR= 2.17, 95% CI [1.04-4.55]), never thought (AOR=4.50, 95% CI [1.33-15.18]) and rarely thought (AOR=3.02, 95% CI [1.24-7.36]) about the risk of antimicrobial resistance,..
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The interaction between supply chain management and manufacturing planning in an electronic defence systems company

  • Authors: Mashinini, M. E.
  • Date: 2012
  • Subjects: Business logistics - Management
  • Language: English
  • Type: Masters (Thesis)
  • Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/295127 , uj:32128
  • Description: M.Com. (Business Management) , Abstract: Many manufacturing companies around the world, including South African companies, experience a shortfall in desired outcomes in relation to the potential supply chain management benefits that contribute to efficient manufacturing planning and improved delivery performance. These benefits can be translated into an improved balance sheet, income statement and cash flow. Most companies are aware of the view that supply chain excellence yields more economic benefits by directly linking the benefits of increased shareholder value, but lack the understanding of how to unleash the power of the integrated supply chain approach and systematic intervention. As stated by Slone, Dittmann, and Mentzer (2010:7), the supply chain controls up to 70% of the operating cost, including inventory management, and manages most of the physical assets of the business. However, little research currently exists in terms of directly linking the benefits of best fit between supply chain management and a manufacturing planning approach in an engineering-to-order manufacturing environment. This dissertation investigates the misalignment between supply chain management and manufacturing planning in an electronic defence company. This study addresses the possible shortfalls in the interaction between the supply chain management approach and the manufacturing planning approach at an electronic defence systems company and focuses on supply chain planning, manufacturing planning, the influence of design and development and the silo organizational structure. Relevant supply chain management interventions are investigated through a literature review, including the supply chain management approach, the value chain and manufacturing planning. The study was conducted in two ways: Firstly, the relevant literature was reviewed and, secondly, an empirical study was conducted at the research site by administering self-administered questionnaires to selected respondents and by collecting data from the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to gain a rich understanding of the problem addressed by this research...
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