Project Management / Business Training Overview
Welcome to Microsoft Project 2002 Level 1. This course is the first in a series of two courses designed for individuals who will use Microsoft Project 2002 as a tool to assist them in managing projects. The topics in this course cover the critical skills necessary to create and modify a project plan file that contains tasks, resources, and resource assignments.
Prerequisites
Students enrolling in this class should have the following:
- An understanding of project management concepts.
- Knowledge of a Windows operating system, either Windows 2000 Introduction or Windows XP Introduction.
The following would be helpful, but are not required: A basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Project Management Fundamentals: Part One course. The Project Management Fundamentals: Part Two course. The Harvard Manage Mentor: Project Management course.
Delivery Method:
Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities
Target Student;
This course is designed for a person who has an understanding of project management concepts, who is responsible for creating and modifying project plans, and who needs a tool to manage those project plans. It is also intended for those preparing to pursue certification as a Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) for Microsoft Project 2002.
Objective:
You will 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 in order to implement the project plan.
Certification
Microsoft Project 2002: Level 1 is one of a series of courseware titles that addresses Microsoft Office Specialist (Office Specialist) skill sets. The Office Specialist program is for individuals who use Microsoft's business desktop software and who seek recognition for their expertise with specific Microsoft products. Certification candidates must pass one or more product proficiency exams in order to earn Office Specialist certification
Hardware Requirements
To use Microsoft Project Server 2002, you need the following hardware:
- PC with Pentium II 500 MHz or higher processor.
- 128 megabytes (MB) of RAM or more.
- 1 gigabyte (GB) of available hard-disk space or more.
- CD-ROM drive.
- Super VGA or higher resolution monitor.
- Microsoft Mouse, Microsoft IntelliMouse®, or a compatible pointing device.
- Additional items or services are required to use certain features: 14.4 Kbps or faster modem, and a multimedia computer to access sound and other multimedia effects
Platform Requirements
- Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows NT 4.0 with Service Pack 6 or later, or Windows 2000 Professional or later operating system.
Software Requirements
Software required on each student machine includes the following:
- Microsoft Windows 2000.
- Microsoft Project Professional 2002.
- Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, if you wish to access the Microsoft Project help files on the Internet.
Performance-Based Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- create a project plan file and enter task information.
- create a work breakdown structure by organizing tasks and setting task relationships.
- assign project resources.
- finalize the project plan file.
Course duration
1 Day
Project Management / Business Training outline
Lesson 1: Creating a Project Plan File
- Topic 1A: Create a Project Plan File
- Topic 1B: Create and Assign a Project Calendar
- Topic 1C: Add Tasks to the Project Plan File
- Topic 1D: Add a Project Summary Task
- Topic 1E: Add a Recurring Task
- Topic 1F: Enter Task Duration Estimates
Lesson 2: Creating a Work Breakdown Structure
- Topic 2A: Outline Tasks
- Topic 2B: Link Dependent Tasks
- Topic 2C: Identify Deliverables in the Project
Plan File
- Topic 2D: Constrain Tasks
- Topic 2E: Set a Task Deadline
Lesson 3: Creating and Assigning Resources
- Topic 3A: Create Resources
- Topic 3B: Create a Resource Calendar
- Topic 3C: Assign Resources
- Topic 3D: Assign Additional Resources to
a Task
- Topic 3E: Resolve Resource Conflicts
Lesson 4: Finalizing the Project Plan
- Topic 4A: View the Critical Path
- Topic 4B: Shorten the Project Duration
- Topic 4C: Set a Baseline
- Topic 4D: Display Project Summary Information
Appendix A: Microsoft
Office Specialist Program
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