Damp proof course A continuous water proof layer is provided above the ground level to prevent moisture to come up which is called damp proof course or DPC. Damp proof courses are provided at various levels … [Read more...] about Damp proof course DPC | Causes of dampness in a building
The Research Process | Eight steps you need to carry out research
The research process eight steps Formulation of a research problem. Conceptualising a research design. Constructing a research instrument or tool for data collection. Selecting a sample. Writing a research proposal. Collecting data. Processing data. Writing a research report. … [Read more...] about The Research Process | Eight steps you need to carry out research
Effects of Noise on Physical Health
Effects of Noise on Health High level of noise can also lead to increase in arousal and stress. Incidences of Diseases related to stress-hypertension such as blood pressure, ulcers etc. would increase as one is exposed to higher levels of more unpredictable and uncontrollable noise. Noise has been linked to spontaneous outbreaks … [Read more...] about Effects of Noise on Physical Health
Observation as a primary source of data collection in a research study
Observation Observation is one way to collect primary data. It is a purposeful way of watching and listening to an interaction or phenomenon as it takes place. Types of observations There are two types: Participant. Non Participant. Participant When the researcher participates in the activities of the group being observed in the same manner as its members. Members … [Read more...] about Observation as a primary source of data collection in a research study
Primary and secondary sources of Data collection and its limitations
There are two main approaches for data collection about a problem, person or a phenomenon. Primary Data There are times when the information must be collected. Sources used in the this approach are called as primary sources. Examples of information collected through primary sources are: … [Read more...] about Primary and secondary sources of Data collection and its limitations