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Course Code: CEC 129
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Critical Path Method (CPM) in Project Scheduling
Course Sector:
Civil Engineering
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Date
Days
Location
Fees
Enrollment
01
5 Days
London, UK $4,950
02
5 Days
Dubai, UAE $4,250
Introduction
Training course introducion / brief
(CPM)
The Critical Path Method (CPM) is a vital project management tool used to plan, schedule, and control complex projects efficiently. By identifying critical and non-critical tasks, CPM allows project managers to prioritize resources, predict timelines, and ensure timely project delivery.
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of CPM principles, techniques, and applications, equipping participants with the skills needed to optimize project schedules and enhance decision-making.
Course Objectives
At the end of the training course, participants will be able to
- Understand the fundamentals and importance of the Critical Path Method in project scheduling.
- Identify critical paths and calculate project timelines using CPM techniques.
- Develop project schedules with activity sequencing and duration estimation.
- Apply float analysis to identify and manage project risks effectively.
- Utilize software tools to create and manage CPM-based schedules.
- Analyze and optimize schedules to ensure project efficiency and on-time delivery.
Course Audience
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Course Outline
The course aims and learning outcomes
Introduction to
Project Scheduling and CPM
- Overview of project scheduling techniques
- History and development of CPM
- Key concepts and terminologies (e.g., activities, dependencies, milestones)
- Benefits and limitations of CPM
- Case studies: Real-world applications of CPM
Building the CPM
Network Diagram
- Steps to create a CPM network diagram
- Identifying project activities and dependencies
- Types of relationships (Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, etc.)
- Drawing precedence diagrams
- Workshop: Constructing a basic network diagram
Calculating the
Critical Path
- Forward and backward pass calculations
- Determining the earliest and latest start/finish times
- Identifying the critical path and project duration
- Float analysis: Total float vs. free float
- Hands-on exercise: Critical path calculation
Advanced CPM
Applications
- Resource leveling and allocation
- Incorporating constraints into CPM schedules
- Managing schedule risks with CPM
- Monitoring and controlling project schedules
- Software tools for CPM (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
- Workshop: Developing a CPM schedule using software tools
Optimizing and
Managing Project Schedules
- Techniques for schedule optimization
- Crashing and fast-tracking methods
- Reviewing and updating CPM schedules
- Case study: Solving scheduling challenges in a complex project
- Final project: Creating and presenting a CPM-based schedule
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Boost certificate of completion
BOOST's Professional Attendance Certificate “BPAC” is always given to the delegates after completing the training course, and depends on their attendance of the program at a rate of no less than 80%, besides their active participation and engagement during the program sessions.
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