Microsoft Project Level 1
Do you need to manage a project but aren’t sure how to get started with Project 2010? Learn how to start a new, blank project, create a few project tasks, and give structure to your project through outlining and linking one task to another.
After completing this course you will be able to:
- Create a new project quickly and efficiently.
- Create a new task and change task from manual to automatic scheduling.
- Create relationships, or links, between tasks.
- Outline tasks to add structure to your project.
Training Course Specification
Course: Microsoft Project 2010 Level 1
Duration: One-Day
| COURSE OBJECTIVES: | This course covers the basics of Microsoft Project and gets delegates to the point where they can create and begin to track a Project |
| WHO SHOULD ATTEND: | Anyone who wants to learn to use MS project as the tool for them and their team. |
| EXPERIENCE NEEDED: | No previous experience of MS Project is required for this course although familiarity with the Windows operating system and with using a mouse are both essential. |
| COURSE CONTENTS: | |
| 1: Project Management overview and introduction to the Project 2010 interface
New features and edition comparison The new user interface with ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar Using the new TimeLine feature Introduction to Project Views Exercise: Opening and viewing a project Using the ‘Group By’ Feature Using the ‘Highlight Feature Viewing and changing the Project Information Viewing the Network Diagram Applying a filter Introduction to Project Management Understanding how MS Project helps you plan and adjust your projects Project Terminology
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2: Planning the Project
Defining the Project Completing the Project Definition Project Planning Completing the Project Plan Where to begin with MS Project Setting the project start date Project Properties Amending the Standard Calendar Creating a New Base Calendar Displaying a Specific Calendar on the Gantt Chart Saving the New Project File Ending a Project Session
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| 3: Task Entry and Task Linking
Entering tasks, milestone and summary tasks Inserting, deleting and moving tasks Adding a recurring task Adding a note to a task Understanding the new Task Mode in Project 2010 Working with task durations and relationships Using lag time and lead time Exercise: Creating a new project Creating constraints for tasks in Auto Schedule Mode Resolving scheduling conflicts Setting a deadline on a task Quick Reference
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4: Resources and Resource Entry
Using the Resource Sheet to enter resources Assigning and amending a resource calendar Setting Resource Availability Dates Understanding Resource Costs Assigning resources to tasks using Auto Schedule Mode Using Material Resources Exercise: Assigning resources to tasks - Manual vs Auto Schedule Mode Exercise: Using the Task Inspector and Team Planner to view and change assigned resources Baselining your project
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Related Courses: Microsoft Project 2010 Level 2
