Fundamentals of Project Management

Cod y Modiwl
BM10105
Teitl y Modiwl
Fundamentals of Project Management
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2026/2027
Semester
Semester S
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl
Professor Andrew Thomas
Rhestr Ddarllen
Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Technical Report: Technical report to given scenario 1200 Words 100%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Technical Report: Technical report to given scenario 1200 Words 100%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. Compare various project planning techniques and to apply these techniques to create detailed project plans for given scenarios.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of the connection between Project Management techniques and more general operational approaches to management
  3. Apply the project management method to individual project types

Disgrifiad cryno

Through the process of examining and reflecting on the processes of the planning and managing of projects, the module aims to apply project planning tools and techniques to given project scenarios.

Nod

The aims of this module are:
1. Compare various project planning techniques and to apply these techniques to create project plans for given scenarios.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the connection between Project Management techniques and more general operational approaches to management
3. Apply the project management method to individual project types

Cynnwys

Management philosophy - Overview of projects and the concept of project management; project management versus management; project types; effect of size on project organisation

Tools and techniques - User requirements definition and specifications; Milestones; Project Planning, Work Breakdown Structures; Network techniques: Gantt, PERT, CPA ; Project finance. Estimating, monitoring and resource scheduling.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Addasrwydd a gwydnwch The students are required to adapt their strategies and approaches to providing a solution to the identified problem or issue and to show strong leadership skills to provide an effective solution to the issues identified
Cyfathrebu proffesiynol Must provide high quality reports and deliver a sound and well developed presentation of the key issues relating to projects
Datrys Problemau Creadigol The module demands the participants to apply analytical skills to reason and understand the challenging nature of the subject. By introducing a variety of theoretical as well as empirical topics, the module enables students to develop creative thinking approaches to problem solving and to critically evaluate potential solutions to complex and challenging problems. These skills will have to be applied in seminar discussions, preparation of the written assessment. Project management tools
Gallu digidol Use a variety of electronic web- and library-based resources to review available information and retrieve pertinent information. Use of word-processing and spreadsheet skills in assignment and application of MS Project
Meddwl beirniadol a dadansoddol The module demands the participants to apply analytical skills to reason and understand the challenging nature of engineering and technology projects and apply specific tools and techniques to given situations. By introducing a variety of theoretical as well as empirical topics, the module enables students to develop creative thinking approaches to PM based problem solving. These skills will have to be applied in seminar discussions, preparation of the coursework and timed assessment .
Myfyrdod Students must show critical reflective skills and adapt and improve solutions and the quality of the reports on an ongoing basis
Sgiliau Pwnc-benodol This module develops students’ understanding and appreciation of PM theories and how these can be applied to address engineering/technology issues

Nodau

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