Browsing Taught Masters Theses, ATU Galway-Mayo by Title
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Accelerating the transition to a circular economy (CE) through exchange of excess materials: A conceptual framework for an excess materials exchange (EME) for the public sector, built environment in Ireland.
(Atlantic Technological University, 2023-11)The research examines the viability of accelerating the transition to a circular economy (CE) in Ireland through the exchange of excess materials from the public sector, built environment. This study uses Design Science ... -
Analysis of energy management in GMIT
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)Energy management is the process of monitoring, controlling and conserving energy in a building or organisation. The main reasons for this are for cost purposes and benefit to the environment. Through various techniques ... -
An analysis of Ireland’s renewable thermal energy policy target
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2011)Escalating oil and gas prices due to increased demand from emerging economies and a lack of political instability in major oil and gas producing regions have led to increased focus for Ireland’ s energy demand to be supplied ... -
AN ANALYSIS OF THE REMOTE COMPUTING SYSTEMS AND SOLUTIONS PROVIDED BY ATU GALWAY CITY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND COMPUTING TO STAFF AND STUDENTS
(School of Engineering, Atlantic Technological University, 2022-11)The research question being asked here is what are the most efficient strategies to improve the remote working and learning experience in ATU Galway School of Science and Computing? The aim of the research was to analyse ... -
An analysis of the use of photogrammetric sorting to audit construction and demolition waste production on site
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2007)This study analyses the area of construction and demolition waste (C & D W) auditing. The production of C&DW has grown year after year since the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) first published a report in 1996 which ... -
The application of electro-etching in the manufacturing process for cardiovascular stents
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2004)The objective of this project is to investigate and develop suitable surface treatment methods applicable to bio-medical devices. In particular, attention is focused on incorporating the electro-etching procedure into the ... -
The assessment of construction and demolition wastes arising on selected case study construction projects in the Galway region
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2005)This study examines the volumes and types of construction and demolition wastes generated on selected case study construction projects in the Galway Region. Construction and demolition waste is currently one of the most ... -
An awareness study of the EU Privacy and Electronic Communication (ePrivacy) directive (S.I. No. 336/211).
(Atlantic Technological University, 2022-05)Background: In today’s increasingly information and digital age there is widespread use of search engines and social network sites. The use of this media form seems to be ubiquitous as it cuts across all age groups, social ... -
Best practice HRM: benchmarking the resources required to drive employee participation and innovation in the workplace; a case study of a single company - the ESB
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)This study examines Human Resource Management practices in the electricity industry in Ireland. The focus is on one single company — Irelands biggest electricity provider; the ESB (electricity supply board). Two areas of ... -
Bridging the Knowledge Gaps in Information Systems: A Threshold Concepts and Troublesome Knowledge Perspective
(2021-05-14)Most students who complete third-level higher education undergo a transformational learning journey. This learning journey is moulded by their experiences not only within the context of the third-level institution but can ... -
Car scrappage scheme a sustainable strategy for the Irish car industry?
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)In the last decade a certain number of car scrappage incentive programs have been promulgated by western countries to instigate earlier replacement of older polluting vehicles with more cleaner and efficient ones. ... -
A case study analysis of the employee voice mechanisms utilised within a unionized SME
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2011)Using a case study approach, this thesis will seek to identify the employee voice mechanisms utilized within a unionized SME. The employee voice mechanisms in place will then be analyzed in terms of how effectively they ... -
The challenges of establishing the electric vehicle in Ireland
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)This thesis investigates the challenges of establishing the electric vehicle (EV) in Ireland and how the Irish government and industry are trying to meet them. It further seeks to provide information on Irish consumers’ ... -
A comparative study in two secondary schools aimed at improving their energy management: Archbishop McHale College Tuam, Coláiste Cholmcille Indreabhánn
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)Climate change is a crisis that is going to affect all of our lives in the future. Ireland is expected to have increased storms and rain throughout the country. This will affect our lives greatly unless we do something ... -
A comparison of innovations used in natural resource companies along the west coast of Ireland
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)The research aims to understand the capabilities and limitations of innovation models and processes in natural marine companies in allowing the production of socially desirable innovation and the spill-over or knowledge ... -
Competitive human resource management practices: a study of the medical technology sector in Galway
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2008)This is a study of human resource management practices in the medical technology sector in Galway. Qualitative interviews were conducted with HR professionals and senior management in medical technology firms to ascertain ... -
The concept of risk management in the renewable sector.
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2010)This study explores the perception of risk and the level of risk management implementation in the renewable sector. Risk management is emerging as a key issue due to the loss of confidence amongst banks, causing the ... -
A Critique of Food Education in Irish Primary Schools: Exploring the Potential to Introduce Key Elements of International Models to the Irish Context
(2020-08-28)This study aims to explore the possibility of Irish primary schools introducing key elements of international food education models to the primary school curriculum in a bid to developing positive healthy eating behaviours ... -
A cross-industry investigation into the barriers facing Irish entrepreneurs during the recession
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2011)The objectives of this research are to conduct a thorough investigation into the barriers facing entrepreneurs during the recession. Ireland has experienced a downturn in the economy since 2008 and many businesses across ... -
A decision support system for end-of-life products
(Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, 2003)In recent years public awareness of environmental issues has increased dramatically. This awareness has resulted in increased governmental control of related matters, for example, of waste and of industrial emissions. ...
