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A Work Breakdown Structure is used to define the project's start and end dates.
A Work Breakdown Structure is used to define the project's start and end dates.
False
Network Diagrams are graphical representations of the project schedule and show the interdependencies between tasks.
Network Diagrams are graphical representations of the project schedule and show the interdependencies between tasks.
True
Critical Path Scheduling involves identifying the longest sequence of tasks in a project that determines the shortest possible duration for the project.
Critical Path Scheduling involves identifying the longest sequence of tasks in a project that determines the shortest possible duration for the project.
True
PERT Calculations use a single estimate for each task duration to calculate the overall project completion time.
PERT Calculations use a single estimate for each task duration to calculate the overall project completion time.
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Gantt Charts provide a visual representation of a project schedule by listing tasks with their start and end dates.
Gantt Charts provide a visual representation of a project schedule by listing tasks with their start and end dates.
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Developing resource requirements and staffing plans comes before creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in project planning.
Developing resource requirements and staffing plans comes before creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in project planning.
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Project Management Software can assist in creating Network Diagrams to visualize task dependencies.
Project Management Software can assist in creating Network Diagrams to visualize task dependencies.
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Task durations are fixed values in Critical Path Scheduling and cannot be adjusted.
Task durations are fixed values in Critical Path Scheduling and cannot be adjusted.
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MS Project is an example of Project Management Software used for creating Gantt Charts, but not for Critical Path Scheduling.
MS Project is an example of Project Management Software used for creating Gantt Charts, but not for Critical Path Scheduling.
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Study Notes
Critical Path Scheduling
- Critical path represents the sequence of connected tasks that cannot be delayed without affecting the project timeline.
- Identifying the critical path helps in determining the shortest time to complete a project.
- Slack time indicates the extent to which an activity can be delayed without impacting the overall project schedule.
Estimating Task Duration
- Essential to create a well-structured network diagram before estimating.
- Duration estimates for all activities should be added to each path in the network diagram.
- The longest path through the network diagram defines the critical path.
- Delays in any activity on the critical path will result in a project schedule delay, necessitating corrective actions from the project manager.
Network of Activities Diagram
- A diagram is designed to illustrate task dependencies within a project.
- Task B must be completed before task C can commence.
- Tasks C and D must be finished for task E to begin, showing clear sequencing in project execution.
PERT Analysis
- PERT (Program Evaluation Review Technique) is a method used for estimating project task durations.
- It incorporates three time estimates for each task: optimistic (o), realistic (r), and pessimistic (p).
- The expected task duration is calculated using these estimates to provide a more reliable project timeline.
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Description
Learn about time overlap, slack time, and critical path scheduling in project management. Understand the concept of critical path, slack time, and how to calculate the duration of tasks in a project. This quiz covers topics such as network diagrams, task duration estimation, and project completion time.
