(WINTER 2010)

An elective course in the Certificate Program in Project Management.
Gain advanced skills and knowledge in building and managing complex projects using Microsoft Project for Windows 2007. Review scheduling techniques and methods used to support Critical Path Method, the performance of Risk Analysis, and for the management of multiple projects in an integrated team environment. Learn to identify and resolve common problems, use methods for debugging the schedule, and develop custom reports. Study and apply techniques for the use of Earned Value method of performance measurement, tracking the progress of projects, resource loading methods, and advanced techniques for budget development. Recommended prerequisite: Successful completion of Mgmt X474.24, Project Management Using MS Project 2003 or instructor's consent. This course is approved for 24 PDUs from PMI.

John N. Chen, M.B.A., is Manager of Energy Development Programs for County of Orange. His extensive experience includes 16 years with two of the country's largest engineering and construction companies, Fluor Daniel and the Ralph M. Parsons Company, where he was involved in management of worldwide projects up to $3 billion. He is a registered professional engineer and general contractor.