Project Management Software

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
H/502/4620
Credits:
5
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Create and define a project

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain the critical information about the project that must be included
  • 1.2
    Create, store and retrieve project management files in line with local guidelines where applicable
  • 1.3
    Define the project file properties and project options
  • 1.4
    Create master and sub projects
  • 1.5
    Create links across projects and manage changed to linked tasks
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
    Explain how to set up any deadlines and constraints which apply to the project
  • 2.3
    Enter and edit information about project tasks
  • 2.4
    Explain how to resolve issues of resource availability and utilisation
  • 2.5
    Enter and edit information about resources to be used in the project
  • 2.6
    Create and apply a task calendar for scheduling tasks
  • 2.7
    Identify and resolve any issues of resource allocation
  • 2.8
    Define and set up dependencies between tasks
3 — Update information about project progress

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain the methods available to track project progress and review against plans
  • 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 and assess the impact of risks and issues on the project
  • 3.7
    Manage information on project risks and issues
4 — Select and use appropriate tools and techniques to display and report on project status

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Create and customise 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