Project Management Software

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/502/4619
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Create and define a project

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify the critical information about the project that must be included
  • 1.2
    Create, store and retrieve project management files effectively in line with local guidelines for storage and use of data where applicable
  • 1.3
    Define the project file properties and project options
2 — Enter and edit information about project tasks and resources

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify the critical tasks and milestones to be completed
  • 2.2
    Enter and edit information about project tasks
  • 2.3
    Identify any deadlines and constraints which apply to the project
  • 2.4
    Identify issues of resource availability and utilisation
  • 2.5
    Create and apply a task calendar for scheduling tasks
  • 2.6
    Enter and edit information about resources for use in the project
  • 2.7
    Adjust templates for project information
  • 2.8
    Set up and edit dependencies between tasks
3 — Update information about project progress

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe the methods to update and report information about project progress
  • 3.2
    Use editing and formatting techniques to update project elements
  • 3.3
    Update task status in line with progress
  • 3.4
    Update information about resources as required
  • 3.5
    Compare actual progress with project baseline and reschedule uncompleted tasks
  • 3.6
    Identify any risks and issues that may have an impact on the project
4 — Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to display and report on project status

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Select and create project reports to meet needs
  • 4.2
    Use filtering and formatting techniques to display project information to meet needs
  • 4.3
    Share project information with other applications