
Accredited Self Paced Course
Microsoft Project For Construction and Engineering Professionals
This 14-hour self-paced course covers Microsoft Project from beginner to advanced levels. It equips professionals with practical skills for effective project planning, scheduling, and management.
About This Course
This 14-hour self-paced course provides a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience for professionals looking to master Microsoft Project from basic to advanced levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, this course will guide you through the full capabilities of Microsoft Project, ensuring you can effectively plan, execute, and manage projects of any scale.
Through step-by-step lessons, you will learn how to:
✔ Create and set up project plans tailored to your industry needs
✔ Schedule tasks efficiently with dependencies, constraints, and deadlines
✔ Manage resources and costs to optimize project efficiency
✔ Monitor project progress using tracking and reporting tools
✔ Identify and mitigate risks to reduce project failure
✔ Analyze project performance with earned value management and variance tracking
✔ Generate professional reports to communicate project status to stakeholders
The course also includes real-world case studies and practical exercises, allowing you to apply your knowledge to construction, engineering, and other industries. By the end of this training, you will have the skills to confidently navigate Microsoft Project, streamline workflows, and improve overall project success rates.
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The course is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), awarding:
✔ 2 ECSA CPD Points
✔ 14 PDUs for PMI Certificate Holders
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Who Should Enroll?
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Construction and engineering professionals
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Project managers and coordinators
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Anyone seeking advanced Microsoft Project skills
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Why Take This Course?
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✔ Flexible Learning – Lifetime access, mobile & desktop-friendly, no downloads required
✔ Industry Recognition – Gain an accredited certificate to enhance your resume
✔ Career Growth – Improve your project management skills and job opportunities
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Course Content & Learning Objectives
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Module 1: Introduction to Project Management
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Understand project management principles
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Learn about project planning and execution
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Module 2: Creating & Setting Up Project Files
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Create new project files
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Set default values and project-level information
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Module 3: Task Creation & Management
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Create, copy, and import tasks
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Define task durations, dependencies, and constraints
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Module 4: Resource Management
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Assign and replace resources efficiently
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Manage contractors, cost rates, and availability
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Module 5: Project Scheduling & Optimization
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Handle deadlines, conflicts, and over-allocations
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Utilize resource leveling for balanced schedules
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Module 6: Tracking & Performance Evaluation
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Set baselines and track project status
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Monitor variances and earned value metrics
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Module 7: Advanced Features & Reporting
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Create detailed progress reports
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Apply corrective actions and re-baseline projects
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Learn template creation for future projects
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Course Benefits
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✔ Earn an Industry-Recognized Certificate
✔ Gain Practical Hands-On Experience with a construction-based case study
✔ Receive a Free Trial of Microsoft Project 2016 (optional)
✔ Enhance Your PMP Credentials – Earn 14 PDUs from PMI
Career Outlook
✔ 90% of construction & engineering professionals use Microsoft Project
✔ Project managers earn an average salary of $75,400+ per year
✔ Advanced skills can boost career opportunities & earnings
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Your Instructor
Dave Fourie (Certified PMP)
Dave Fourie, a Certified PMP, has over 25 years of experience in project management as a consultant, including PMBOK, Method 123, and PRINCE2 in software development, service delivery, quality, and general management. He has provided training in project management, quality management, and business analysis since 1999 and has experience with various national and international training providers. Dave is certified in Project Management Professional (PMP), Portfolio, Programmed and Project Offices (P3O), Managing Successful Programs (MSP), PRINCE2, Professional Scrum Master (PSM1), IT Service Management (ITIL), Total Quality Management (TQM), NGstudyâ„¢ Certified Negotiation Associate (NGN-A), and Six Sigma Green Belt. He aims to provide a relaxed and enjoyable learning experience while sharing his passion for project management through practical examples and a touch of humor
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