Critical Path Method (CPM) in Project Time Management

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What is the most commonly used network analysis technique for project time management?

Critical Path Method (CPM)

What is the term for the amount of time an activity may be delayed without delaying the completion date of the project?

Total Float

Which software is commonly used for automating the work required for CPM scheduling?

Primavera

What does Free Float represent in CPM calculation?

The amount of time an activity may be delayed without delaying the early start time of the immediately following activity

Which of the following is NOT considered a part of unsafe conditions at work?

Reduced rework

What does Direct Costs in the context of occupational costs include?

Hospital, physician, and allied health services

What is one of the top internal business benefits of using BIM for construction projects for owners?

Reduce project duration

What percentage reduction is seen in 'Reduced rework' due to using BIM for construction projects for owners?

36

Which activity in CPM calculation has the formula FF = ES - (ES + duration)?

Free Float Calculation

What is the term used to describe the amount of time an activity may be delayed without delaying the early start time of the immediately following activity?

Free Float

Which software is commonly used for automating the work required for CPM scheduling?

Primavera

What is the concept behind the Critical Path Method (CPM)?

Simple arithmetic computations

What does Total Float represent in CPM calculation?

The amount of time an activity may be delayed without delaying the completion date of the project

What does Direct Costs in the context of occupational costs include?

Hospital and physician services

What is one of the top internal business benefits of using BIM for construction projects for owners?

Reduced rework

What represents an unsafe condition at work according to the text?

Excessive noise

Which of the following is NOT considered a part of unsafe conditions at work?

Reduced document errors and omissions

'Reduce project duration' is associated with which BIM benefit for owners/contractors?

% Reduced project duration

What represents the amount of time an activity may be delayed without delaying the early start time of the immediately following activity in CPM calculation?

Free Float

Which network analysis technique is commonly used for project time management?

Critical Path Method (CPM)

What is the concept behind the Critical Path Method (CPM)?

Determining the longest path through the project

Which of the following represents an unsafe condition at work according to the text?

Missing platform guardrails

Which software is commonly used for automating the work required for CPM scheduling?

Primavera

What does Total Float represent in CPM calculation?

The amount of time an activity may be delayed without delaying the completion date of project

Test your understanding of the Critical Path Method (CPM) in project time management, including calculations for total float and free float. Learn about the most commonly used network analysis technique and the automation tools available for CPM scheduling.

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