Urban Seismic Risk: PDF |
| Hadeel Osama Rafiq Faidi |
| Supervisor(s) |
| Dr. Jalal Al-Dabeek - الدكتور علي عبد الحميد |
| Discussion Commity |
| د.جلال الدبيك/مشرفا ورئيسا د.علي عبدالحميد/مشرفا ثانيا ج. د.محمودالقريوتي/خارجيا د.رضوان الكيلاني/داخليا |
| 126 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
Abstract The historical and instrumental earthquake studies in Palestine demonstrate that damaging earthquakes, mainly along the Jordan-Dead Sea fault, have caused in several cases severe devastation and many hundreds and sometimes thousands of fatal casualties. Therefore, it is of prime importance to search for seismic risk mitigation in the Palestinian urban areas. Land-use planning represents an attempt to reduce the number of conflicts and adverse environmental impacts in relation to both society and nature. It involves, in the first instance, the collection and evaluation of relevant data from which plans can be formulated. The aim of this work is the estimation of local site effects caused by the geological conditions and the evaluation of their influence on seismic ground motion. We divided this work into steps. In the first step, the H/V spectral ratio techniques were used to estimate empirically the site response function. Nablus area was analyzed using ambient vibration records from 17 sites over a ten-month period. In the second step, all available data for the Nablus area were collected and interpreted. In the third step the points where chosen and the data acquisition were made. The results show site–dependent variations in spectral amplitude, dominant frequency and amplification level. The study recommended that microtremor measurements should be done in detail for Nablus area, as well as adding an element of influence soil and the quality of the future master plans of the Nablus city, in particular, and most Palestinian cities in general. It has indicated that there is a negative relationship with the local geology, and the presence of site effect appears obviously in the study area (especially in the Valley part). Finally, the study stressed the need for a national policy for land usage that included avoiding building on landslide in the mountainous areas, having high control in construction, Number of stories, structure and use. The study aimed to help planners, decision makers and risk managers in Palestine to better understanding of the seismic risk in urban areas in order to reach a higher level of preparedness. Keywords: seismic risk, urban planning, Palestine |
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Urban Seismic Risk
Spatial Analysis of Public Services (Schools and Kindergartens) in Nablus City Using the Tool of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Spatial Analysis of Public Services (Schools and Kindergartens) in Nablus City Using the Tool of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) PDF |
| Taher Jom’ah Taher Yousef |
| Supervisor(s) |
| Dr. Ali Abdelhamid - الدكتور أحمد رأفت غضية |
| Discussion Commity |
| 154 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
Abstract
This thesis aims basically at studying the existing public services (schools and kindergartens) in Nablus City in terms of their capability, distribution and suitability for the urban expansion and population growth in the city. The thesis includes a comprehensive survey of all schools and kindergartens in the city in order to provide a data base of these services, in addition to data about the number of students, teachers and the architectural characteristics of the buildings and their services. Also, the level of satisfaction about such public services was measured through the results of the questionnaire distributed to a random sample of students.
The methodology of the study was based mainly on the descriptive and analytical research methods by using the tool of Geographic Information Systems and the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) as well as using certain geographic models like neighbouring link and effect zone.
The results of the study indicated the existence of randomness in the distribution of schools and kindergartens in Nablus City due to the absence of proper planning and reference to planning regulations. In addition, the study showed the lack of efficiency and capability of such services.
The study recommended the necessity of identifying local planning regulations for public services in Nablus City in particular and in other Palestinian cities in general. Also, it emphasized the necessity of establishing a spatial planning department at the Ministry of Education responsible for the distribution and planning of educational services as well as applying the planning regulations according to the population growth and geographic features of the settlements.
Finally, the study has recommended the establishment of a spatial database of educational services in the Palestinian Territories. |
The Distribution and Planning of Public Services in Tammoun Town (Tubas Governorate) Using the Geographic Information Systems
The Distribution and Planning of Public Services in Tammoun Town (Tubas Governorate) Using the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) PDF |
| Kifah Saleh Mohammed Abdallah |
| Supervisor(s) |
| Dr. Ali Abdelhamid - د. احمد رأفت غضية |
| Discussion Commity |
| 221 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
Abstract
This study is concerned with the distribution and spatial planning of different public services in the Palestinian Town of Tammoun as an attempt to deal with the improper distribution of these services in the town, as it is the case in most of other Palestinian towns and localities, in addition to the absence of spatial planning regulations according to the related population size and density.
The major aim of this thesis is to analyze and evaluate the current situation of public services in Tammoun Town in terms of their distribution and suitability, and their relationships with population and physical density in each neighbourhood unit with reference to the planning regulations of these services. Moreover, it aimed at determining the priorities of physical development in the town during the coming period.
To achieve this aim, the concepts concerning urban planning, planning of public services as well as the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and applications in planning were studied. The methodology of the thesis was mainly based on both the descriptive and analytical methods as well as on the results of the physical survey of population and public services in the town using the GIS and software of Statistical Package of Social Sciences (SPSS).
The results of the study have indicated that Tammoun suffers from the lack of basic services like education, health and recreation. Also, it indicated that most of the public services were improperly distributed without considering the population densities and planning regulations.
The study has recommended the necessity of preparing a well defined plan for the distribution of public services in Tammoun according to the planning regulations and based on the current and future distribution, size, and density of the town’s population. |
The Role of Women Institutions in Development Planning in the Palestinian territories
The Role of Women Institutions in Development Planning in the Palestinian territories PDF |
| Somaya Sameh Abdul Fattah Amer |
| Supervisor(s) |
| Dr. Ali Abdelhamid - الدكتورة سهى هندية |
| Discussion Commity |
| 150 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
Abstract The thesis is concerned with the role of women institutions in development planning, through studying the most significant aspects that enable them to draw policies and strategic plans with emphasis on their fields of work , priorities, and strategies as well as their future vision, references, intended parties, and relations with the government. Also, it is concerned with the results and attempts to improve the situation of women and their participation in the public life and in development planning committees. The study aimed basically at reviewing and evaluating the current status of women institutions in the Palestinian Territories in order to sustain their participation in drawing developments plans. In addition, it aims at investigating and analyzing the major reasons that restrict their participation effectively. The study followed both the descriptive and analytical research methods. A sample of 50 institutions including governmental and non-governmental ones that are located in the West Bank and distributed among its six governorates was used. The results of the study have indicated the awareness of the women institutions to their basic limitation and shortage, being the absence of a common umbrella that combines all the women institutions, and takes the responsibility over a united women speech and a collective women strategy. In addition, it indicated their awareness towards overcoming the limitation of their staff and the significance of providing the required training. Moreover, it indicated the awareness for improving their relations with the government up to the participation in decision making, to avoid being away from the development arena. The study came up with several recommendations concerning the enhancement of women’s participation in the development planning process; including the establishment of a common women umbrella, adopting a clear working strategy, and changing the typical view about woman through intensive awareness and educational campaigns, development of education curriculums, continuation of pressure campaigns for changing laws, upgrading the women capacity, and enhancing their participation in the development planning process on the governmental level. |
Envieromental, Social Integration of Handicapped in the local communityg
Envieromental, Social Integration of Handicapped in the local community PDF |
| Rana Mohamad Subhi Awadeh |
| Supervisor(s) |
| D. Kire Merie - د. ماهر أبو زنط |
| Discussion Commity |
| 229 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
This study aimed at shedding the light on problems of the handicapped, problems of mobility handicap in Nablus area pertaining educational premises and also the daily social life and then studying how far public organizations in Nablus are willing to deal with this problem and then shedding light on physical engineering aspects for integrating such group within the society. The researcher tries to investigate the realities of Palestinian handicapped youth as they see it. She also investigates the obstacles they face such as in transportation, economic aspect, social & psychological aspects, social relations and the needs of the handicapped. The researcher investigates the realities of the institutions dealing with the handicapped in Nablus district through presenting recommendations aiming at integrating the handicapped in the community. The researcher followed the field descriptive approach through filling out questionnaires and conducting interviews with both the handicapped and the personnel in charge of catering for the handicapped needs.
The study showed the following results: The handicapped students all see that academic premises that meet their needs are 36.6% at schools and 34.9% at universities. The physical facilities seem to be not the major obstacle; it is rather the integration of such people in the community. The Israeli closures and seizure of Nablus worsens things for the handicapped. The number is increasing for different reasons and the funds seem to be not reaching such needy sector. A comprehensive policy is to be adopted to improve prevention against handicaps and improve the rehabilitation programs where the handicapped can participate in the community activities to raise their spirits and make them feel they are treated fairly. Statistics and data should be more accurate so that planning and policies can be drawn more precisely to help the handicapped. The relationships and coordination among institutions should be fostered. Also the families of the handicapped should be involved in the process of rehabilitation in order to deliver better services to the handicapped. |
Urban Agriculture As Tool For City Planning
Urban Agriculture As Tool For City Planning PDF |
| Husam M. K. AL Hudhud |
| Supervisor(s) |
| Dr. Ali Abdulhamid - د.عزام طبيلة |
| Discussion Commity |
| 214 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
ABSTRACT Urbanization is one of the major issues facing mankind today and is in its extent unique in world history. Neither international government bodies nor national or local governments are well prepared to deal appropriately with this development but none of them can afford to ignore this phenomenon. It is expected that by 2020, 40-45% of the poor in the Palestinian territories will be concentrated in towns and cities such as Nablus. The population projections showed that more 424,400 inhabitants will be served by the Metropolitan Nablus municipality in the year 2025. The rapid increase of population almost accompanying with the increase demand on food, space , water, job opportunities and renewable resources. The huge estimated quantities of consumed food by Nablus dwellers estimated in year 2000 at 38,584 tons will defiantly increase making the situation more complicated for the city planner to secure the city from the food consumption point of view, construction of suitable roads, storage facilities, lands for cultivation, and preserving enough water for irrigation. However, in the light of water scarcity which jumped from – 1,322 m³ per year in 2005 into -30,697 m³ per day in year 2025, and the decrease of the per capita available land from 150 m² in year 1989 to 78 m² in year 2000 in the light of high percentage of unemployed inhabitants, will complicate the problems of city planning. This research which aimed at introducing urban agriculture as a tool for city planning have had investigated the impact and methods of such and as appropriate mitigation measure against major city problems in the city planning have a huge important conclusions leading to multiple scenarios to mitigate the problems of immigration of rural people to the city center and against the environmental hazards associated with urbanization such as the increase of solid wastes amounts, untreated waste water and many others. |
Planning of Public Services in Cities
Planning of Public Services in Cities PDF |
| Mohammed Ghassan Abdullrahman Abdallah Jurf |
| Supervisor(s) |
| Dr. Khaled Qamheih - |
| Discussion Commity |
| 162 صفحة |
| Abstract : |
Abstract This thesis is concerned with studying the planning of public services in cities in general and in Nablus city in particular, with emphasis on the distribution of these services in Makhfiyeh area as a case study for neighborhood units in the city. The study aims at identifying the status of public services that are required by the residents in the area. These services include educational, health, social, religious, cultural and recreational facilities as well as the public parks. The current situation of the services is analyzed and evaluated in addition to the determination of needs and existing problems. Moreover, certain strategies and proposals concerning the planning and development of these services are given in the light of the population growth and physical expansion of the city and the study area. The methodology of the study is based mainly of the both the descriptive and analytical research methods. The required data were collected from different sources, in addition to the data and descriptive information that were collected through the physical survey of the public services and land uses in the study area. Also, some interviews with experts and related persons in Nablus Municipality were conducted in order to have their opinion about the distribution of public services in Nablus city in general and in Makhfiyeh area in particular. The results of the study indicated that there is a lack in some public services such as educational, health, recreational, social, and cultural services both on the city level and study area level. Also, the results show the crowding of students in classrooms both in schools and in kindergartens. Furthermore, the study indicated the lack of public land for the purposes of establishing public services and facilities in Nablus city. The study has recommended the necessity of providing public services in Makhfiyeh area, particularly recreational, social and cultural services, in the light of population increase in the area. In addition, it recommended the revision of the distribution of public services, mainly educational and health services, in Nablus city as well as the provision of financial sources for sustaining land required for public services through the coordination between the municipality and other related governmental institutions. Finally, the study has emphasized the significance and necessity of considering the planning regulations and standards related to the distribution and allocation of public services in the areas of future expansion in the city in accordance with the expected population size. |