Enables the student to learn the basic principles and terminology of project management, and apply this to create project plans using project management software (MS Project). Covers Gantt chart, work breakdown structure (WBS), links, resources, and costs
Information
Course Code
DCPM620
Level
6
Credits
15
Description
Distinguish project management and general management
Use MS Project software
Create work breakdown structure (WBS)
Create Gantt chart
Schedule activities (durations)
Create logical links
Assign resources, including people and equipment
Assign labour and fixed costs
Optimise project for cost, time and resource workload
Determine critical path
Implement simple control using percentage complete