Microsoft Project , Level I
Microsoft Project - Introduction is designed for students who have understanding of project management concepts and who are responsible for creating and modifying project plans. This is an introductory course that teaches how to create a project plan file, modify task relationships, create and assign project resources, finalize and implement the project plan. This class is focused on the Implementation and planning phases of the project. This course is a mixture of student participation, lecture, and practical exercises.
Course Objectives: Create a project plan file containing tasks, organize these tasks in a work breakdown structure containing task relationships, create and assign resources, and finalize the project to implement the project plan.
Prerequisites:
Knowledge of Windows, and an understanding of project management concepts.
Classroom Hours: 12
Technology update: Please bring a Flash Drive/Memory Stick 512MB or larger to class which will enable you to save your class work.
Textbook: Books may be purchased at the MC Bookstore or online. You will need to know the CMP#(Continuing Education classes) for the class you are taking in order to look up information about the textbook. Please bring your textbook to the first class session.
Course Content
Lesson 1: Creating a Project Plan File- Create a Project Plan File
- Create and Assign a Project Calendar
- Add Tasks to the Project Plan File
- Add a Project Summary Task
- Add a Recurring Task
- Enter Task Duration Estimates
- Outline Tasks
- Link Dependent Tasks
- Identify Deliverable in the Project Plan File
- Constrain Tasks
- Set a Task Deadline
- Create Resources
- Create a Resource Calendar
- Assign Resources
- Assign Additional Resources to a task
- Resolve Resource Conflicts
- View the Critical Path
- Shorten the Project Duration
- Set a Baseline
- Display Project Summary Information