WEEK 4 - PROJECT SCHEDULING

Question 1

Define ‘critical path’

Answer 1

the critical path method refers to the process of identifying the minimum time a project can take to be completed and coordinates the various activities necessary in completing the project.

Question 2

what is a ‘critical path’ purpose within a project?

Answer 2

• it is used to recognise the most vital tasks and assure the project doesn’t fall behind schedule.
• it is use for controlling and coordinating the various activities necessary in completing a major project.

Question 3

what do the terms ‘forward and backward pass’ relate to?

Answer 3

Relates to the process of creating a critical path network chart.

• ‘forward pass’ presents the easiest time possible for the project to be completed.
• ‘backward pass’ indicates the latest time an activity can start and finish without disrupting critical tasks.

Question 4

describe a ‘project network diagram’.

Answer 4

it is a tool used for planning, scheduling and monitoring a project process. it depicts the activities that must be completed, the sequence and the interdependencies of the activities.

Question 5

Define ‘scope’ within the parameters of a project.

Answer 5

It is a definition of the projects end goals and overall mission/purpose.it defines the deliverables, objective, milestones, technical requirements, limits and exclusions of the project.

Question 6

Define the term ‘float’

Answer 6

Sometimes also referred to as “slack” is a number that indicated the amount of time a task can be delayed without impacting other critical tasks or the projects overall completion.

Question 7

describe a “floats” relationship with project scheduling.

Answer 7

The float of an activity can change as the project progresses and changes are made in the project plan.

Question 8

What is a GANTT chart?

Answer 8

It is a bar start that displays a schedule of a project.

Within the chart it presents dependancies, activities the current status of the schedule.

The purpose of the chart is to visually be able to see the length of the project.

Question 9

What are the 6 steps in the project scope checklist?

Answer 9

1. project objectives
2. deliverables
3. millstones
4. technical requirements
5. limits and exclusions
6. reviews with the customer

Question 10

List some of the information and insights the project network provides.

Answer 10

• the basis for scheduling labour and equipment.
• enhances communication that melds all managers and groups together.
  provides estimate of project duration.
• gives times when activities can start and finish and be delayed.

Question 11

Describe the work breakdown structure.

Answer 11

• it subdivides the work of the project into smaller work elements.
• it is a visual map of the project.