208 Project Management
Class Syllabus
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Introduction
Learning Objectives
Class Organization and Grading
Grading Policies
Textbook Information
Reading Ahead
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Introduction
Note, this course was revised in June 2006.
Students will learn how project management roles are changing as
innovative contracts, alternate delivery systems, alternative dispute
resolution, and creative project financing are increasingly changing how
projects are administered. The modern project manager has more
information available than ever before and information technology is
changing rapidly.
Students will learn about cost and risk control as well as developing
and applying policies and procedures. Other topics will include
subcontractor management, purchasing and project financing. Project start up and close out techniques will be
covered.
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Learning objectives:
By the end of this class you should:
- Know about the different project delivery systems and how each affects
the role of the project management team.
- Know how to manage the flow of project information during the various
phases of the project.
- Be able to manage the various types and sources of risk that are the
primary responsibility of the project supervisor.
- Understand the role of planning and scheduling in the pre-construction
phase of a construction project.
- Be able to manage the mobilization and organization of a project in
the field.
- Understand the basics of expediting materials, equipment orders and
the inspection and approvals processes.
- Be able participate in project layout and start up.
- Be able to plan for efficient material handling.
- Understand how project financing plays a role in modern construction
management, cash flow, and project cost control.
- Be able to apply subcontractor management techniques.
- Be able to coordinate the close out of a construction project.
- Understand how corporate policies and procedures can affect the
management of the project.
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Class Organization and Grading
The following table lists the learning modules, the maximum value in points a student
can receive within each module, and the time in which the modules must be finished.
Module |
Point Value |
By End of Week |
| 0. Student Orientation |
0 |
Before start |
| 1. Project Delivery Systems |
25 |
1 |
| 2. Managing Information |
25 |
2 |
| 3. Managing Risk |
25 |
3 |
| 4. Planning the Work 1 |
25 |
4 |
| 5. Planning the Work 2 |
25 |
5 |
| 6. Managing Materials and
Methods |
25 |
6 |
| 7. Understanding Finances |
25 |
7 |
| 8. Working with Project Partners |
25 |
8 |
| 9. Understanding People |
25 |
9 |
| 10. Corporate Policies and Procedures |
25 |
10 |
| Total Points |
250 |
|
It is important that the student keep up with the class and not fall
behind. Course modules will be made available to students on Sunday of each
week. Class work must be completed before the following Monday. Students will
not be able to work ahead of the class although reading assignments will be made available
in advance. Actual dates that modules will become available will be posted in
advance on the course calendar.
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Grading Policies
Graded assignments will consist of one quiz for each
module and participation in at least two class discussions.
Each quiz will count 10 points and class discussions will count 15 points
per module. Students learn more and learn better when they discuss
the topic at hand. For that reason, I consider the regular weekly
discussions to be even more important than the weekly quizzes.
Grades will be posted on a weekly basis. You will
have full access to your grade sheet so you will be able to keep track of
how you are doing at all times.
Your overall grade in the course will be determined by the
total number of points you have accumulated on quizzes and assignments.
The grading scale is as follows:
You will be given more information about the grading and
other course matters in the Orientation Module.
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The Textbook
The textbook for this class is Unit 8, Managing The Project,
The Supervisors Role Participants Manual revised 2006, 7th Edition
Textbook ordering information can be
found at this link.
The cost of each textbook is approximately $156 plus shipping and
handling.
Allow at least 5 working days between ordering the book and receiving it
by the least expensive shipping. You can have your book delivered more
quickly by paying more for the shipping.
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Reading Ahead
This table details the reading assignments for the entire course. This will give
you opportunity to read ahead and get a jump on upcoming modules.
Module |
Reading Assignment |
| 0. Student Orientation |
None |
| 1. Project Delivery Systems |
Read Unit 1 |
| 2. Managing Information |
Read Unit 2, |
| 3. Managing Risk |
Read Unit 3 |
| 4. Planning the Work 1 |
Read Unit 4 |
| 5. Planning the Work 2 |
Read Unit 5 |
| 6. Managing Materials and
Methods |
Read Unit 6 |
| 7. Understanding Finances |
Read Unit 7 |
| 8. Working with Project Partners |
Read Unit 8 |
| 9. Understanding People |
Read Unit 9 |
| 10. Corporate Policies and Procedures |
Read Unit 10 |
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