Fundamentals of Construction Project Management

📋 Course Outline

1. Project Definition
2. Project Lifecycle
3. Project Management Processes
4. Project Management Software
5. Microsoft Project Features
6. Project Scheduling Techniques
7. Work Breakdown Structure
8. Project Dependencies
9. Geographic Information Systems
10. GIS Data Types and Analysis
11. GIS Mapping and Visualization

📖 1. Project Definition

🔑 Key Concepts & Definitions

Project (from PMBOK): A temporary endeavor with a beginning and an end, undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. It involves a series of interrelated tasks planned over a fixed period, within specific requirements and limitations such as cost, quality, and performance.

Deliverables: Tangible or intangible outputs produced by the project, representing the end products or results that fulfill project objectives.

Milestones: Significant points or events in the project timeline that mark the completion of major phases or activities, often used to measure progress against the schedule.

Risks (from source): Potential problems that may arise during the project, which could impact objectives. Risks are proactively identified and managed to minimize negative effects.

Project Lifecycle: The sequence of phases a project passes through, typically including Initiation, Planning, Execution, and Closure, as outlined in project management standards.