Metropolitan Community College
Course Syllabus – 2006/Fall
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title:
Prefix/Section:
Credit Hours:
Begins/Ends/No-Class Days:
Meeting Day/Time:
Last Day to Withdraw
Delivery Type:
Class Location:
Lab Location:
Course Web Address:
- Project Management 1I
- INFO 1021 6A
- 4.5
- 10/20/2006 thru 11/18/2006
- F: 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; SA: 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- 11/10/2006
Classroom
- FOC 8 202
- FOC 8 202
(See instructor’s web site)
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name:
- Alan R. Reinarz
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
M, W:
T:
Th:
F:
2:30p-3:30p
4:00p-5:00p
1:30p-3:30p
3:30p-4:30p
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
SOC MAH 300
738-4089
(voice-mail)
738-4553
FOC 8 203
457-2624
457-2946
*Stated office hours may need to be changed due to special circumstances or events. If the student wishes to meet with the
instructor at a time other than scheduled office hours, the student should make an appointment with the instructor.
Home phone:
Email Address:
Faculty Web Site:
Academic Program Area:
Dean’s Office Telephone:
- (402) 556-3071
- areinarz@mccneb.edu
- http://ctva.mccneb.edu/areinarz
- Information Technology
- 457-2660 (Tom Pensabene)
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Description:
Once you have a project goal and scope, you need a project management tool to deal with
the heart of Project Management. And that is the scheduling, planning, change
management and monitoring of a project. A Planning tool is an invaluable tool for
helping with the following: organizing, scheduling, assigning resources, collaborating,
communicating, reports, and tracking the progress. This class introduced you to
Microsoft Project and shows you how to setup and manage the project documents. It also
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shows you how to build and organize the tasks, assigning the resources and track the
actual work being done.
Course Prerequisites: INFO 1011 Project Management 1
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will demonstrate the following
competencies:
1.
Learning the basics of MS Project
2.
Setting up a project
3.
Scheduling tasks
4.
Assigning resources and costs
5.
Reviewing and distributing the project
6.
Tracking and analyzing progress
7.
Coordinating projects and sharing data
8.
Using and customizing the display
9.
Using project server and project professional
Required & Supplemental Materials:
Text: Effective Project Management: Traditional, Adaptive, Extreme
Edition:
3rd 2003
Author:
Wysocki & McGary
Publisher:
Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0-471-43221-0
Text: Using Microsoft Office Project 2003
Edition:
Special Edition
Author:
Tim Pyron
Publisher:
QUE
ISBN: 0-7897-3072-3
Course Structure:
In each lecture during this course, the instructor will cover material the student needs to
learn and accomplish. In addition, written handouts will be provided from time to time.
These will be used to supplement the text material and expand the course.
Instruction will consist mainly of lecture material presented by the instructor. In some
classes, group discussion and demonstration will be utilized. In all meetings, discussion
opportunities will be provided and the student is encouraged to ask questions and clarify
information as the instructor is lecturing and/or presenting material.
COURSE ASSESSMENT
1. Types of Assessment/Assignments
Student grades will be based on one major projects, midterm examination, and final
examination. Any diskette, file or assignment submitted with a computer virus is an
automatic zero (0).
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SELECTED TESTING/ASSESSMENT METHODS:
1 project, weekly homework & 2 course examinations - open book & open notes
MAKE-UP TEST PROCEDURES:
Students MUST be present on the day of an announced test. If the instructor is informed
BEFORE THE TEST concerning a valid absence, other arrangements MAY be made.
There will be no retakes of tests. Test dates are not firm and are therefore subject to
change.
2. Grading Policy
Component
2 Course Examinations @ 100 pts ea.
Weekly Homework & participation
Total
Letter
A
B
C
D
F
Points
200
100
300
Percent
90% –100%
80% – 90%
70% – 80%
60% – 70%
< 60%
3. Maintenance of Student Records
a. State how/when you will give student feedback on their progress
b. State if papers/projects/tests/etc. will be returned and when
c. Grade books (grade spreadsheets) should be kept by the instructor for a minimum
of one (1) year.
d. Student tests, papers, projects, etc., that were graded by faculty for determining
the final grade and were not returned to the student, should be kept for one (1)
year.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Required Expectations
1. Attendance Policy
The course will be covered partially by assigned portions of the text and may be
presented in a sequence different from the text. Material will also be covered that is not in
the text. Attendance is necessary to understand the course material. Each student is
expected to recognize the importance of class attendance and promptness. The student
must sign in each class to get the points, unless prior arrangements have been made with
the instructor.
Excessive absences or unsatisfactory progress will subject the student to administrative
withdrawal from the course. If a student should miss a class for any reason, he/she is
expected to cover the material he/she missed on his/her own. All work must be made up
to the satisfaction of the instructor.
2. Expected Classroom Behavior
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Suggested Expectations
1. Class Participation
The student will have specific assignments to read and master. These assignments are
indicated in the course schedule and/or outlined by the instructor. The student should
have read the material prior to class the meeting date.
This class is an upper level class and the discovery process is employed to prepare the
student for critical thinking and problem solving. Students will be given partial
information and are expected to use the information to think through the problem and
find the solution. Parts of the assignments are designed with less than complete
information to prompt the student to ask questions and clarify what’s expected. This
directly relates to the business environment in establishing communications and rapport
with customers.
2. Disruptive Classroom Behavior
3. Portable Electronic Devices Usage
4. Internet Use During Class
Notice: This syllabus is written as an expectation of class topics, learning activities, and
expected learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to make changes in this
schedule that may result in enhanced or more effective learning for students. These modifications
will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this course and will be done within the
policies and guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.
LEARNING SUPPORT
Metro's Learning, Math, and Writing Centers can help you achieve educational success. The staff
in these centers provide drop-in assistance with basic math, reading, writing and computer skills.
We offer a friendly, supportive learning environment. Self-paced computer-assisted instructional
support in reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and online course
orientation is also available.
Detailed information about these services are in the Student Handbook, College Catalog, and
online. Links to these resources are located at http://www.mccneb.edu/learningcenter/.
COLLEGE POLICIES
College policies, such as student rights and responsibilities, academic standards, plagiarism, and
etc. are outlined in the College Catalog and Student Handbook. This information can be accessed
via the online catalog at http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/catalog.asp.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL: If you cannot attend and complete this course, you should
officially withdraw by calling Central Registration, 457-5231. Failure to officially withdraw will
result in either an instructor withdraw (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is
identified on the second page of this syllabus handout.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT: The college has a standard code of conduct that involves
consequences for specific academic and non-academic behavior that may result in a failing
grade, probation, or suspension from the college. More complete information about the code of
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conduct is located in the Student Services portion of the online catalog
(http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp).
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you have a disability that
may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class, please contact a Vocational
Special Needs Counselor, located in the Student Services Office on each campus. Metropolitan
Community College will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with documented
qualifying disabilities. However, it is the student’s responsibility to request accommodations. For
further information, please contact the Student Services Office at your campus.
Other pertinent college policies are posted on the CDS website www.mccneb.edu/cds. See
attachment for some of them
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ADDITIONAL COLLEGE POLICIES
1. ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT
Students are reminded that materials they may use as sources for this course may be
subject to copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the
library webpage at http://www.mccneb.edu/library, by your instructor, or by the College's
Copyright Officer.
In response to incidents of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the College
imposes specific actions that may include receiving a failing grade on a test, failure in the
course, suspension from the College, or dismissal from the College. The disciplinary
procedures are available in the Counseling/Advising Centers and at
http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V-4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.htm.
2. USE OF STUDENT WORK
The ownership of student works submitted in fulfillment of classroom requirements shall
remain with the student(s): By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community
College, the student gives the College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as
may be required by the process of instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The
institution shall not have the right to use the work in any other manner without the written
consent of the student(s).
3. ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching
and learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you
may be asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments
you are required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for assessment
purposes. This will be done in accordance with FERPA guidelines.
4. TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES
By using the information technology systems at MCC(including the computer systems
and phones) you acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the
Metropolitan Community College Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of
Information Technology and Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be
familiar with these procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be
found at the following website: http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/x15_Technology_Resources_Use.htm
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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
1. SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
Class
Date
Wysocki & McGary
Subject Covered
Reading
Assignment
10/20/2006 Review Syllabus
10/21
10/27
Identifying project activities
Estimating duration
Constructing and analyzing the project
network diagram
Estimating activity duration, resource
requirements, and cost
Ch 4
Ch 5, p. 97-106
Ch 6
Ch 5, p. 106116
10/28
Finalizing the schedule & cost based on
resource availability
Ch 7
11/3
Monitoring and controlling progress
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Pyron
Subject Covered
Review syllabus
The power of MS Project 2003
Learning the basics of MS Project
Setting up a Project document
Managing Project files
Creating a task list
Entering scheduling requirements
Viewing your schedule
Defining resources & costs
Understanding resource
scheduling
Assigning resources & costs to
tasks
Using the standard views, tables,
filters, & groups
Formatting views
Exporting & importing data with
other file formats
Copying, pasting, & inserting data
with other applications
Resolving resource assignment
problems
Reviewing the project plan
Printing views & reports
Using & customizing the standard
reports
Tracking work on a project
Analyzing progress & revising the
schedule
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Reading
Assignment
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 23
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Class
Date
11/4
11/10
11/11
11/17
11/18
Wysocki & McGary
Subject Covered
Mid-Term Test
Critical Chain Project Management
Intro. to the Adaptive Project Framework
Version Scope
Cycle Plan
Cycle Build
Client Checkpoint
Post-Version Review
Variations to APF
Project portfolio management
Project Support Office
Pyron
Subject Covered
Reading
Assignment
Ch 4 – 10
Ch 12
Ch 13
Ch 14
Ch 15
Ch 16
Ch 17
Ch 18
Ch 19
Ch 20
Ch 21
Final Exam
Customizing views, tables, fields,
filters, & groups
Customizing toolbars, menus, &
forms
Working with Multiple Projects
VIII. Using Project Server &
Project Professional
Comprehensive
2. IMPORTANT DATES See attachment and also Metro’s Academic Calendar at
http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp?Theme=2 )
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Reading
Assignment
Ch 1 – 15
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 16
Chapters
24-28