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Master project planning and control techniques used by project professionals to successfully structure, schedule, execute, and monitor projects. This practical course provides end-to-end knowledge of project setup, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Enterprise Project Structures (EPS), resource planning, scheduling logic, budgeting, baseline management, and performance tracking. The course begins with the foundations of the project planning environment, helping learners understand project setup, user preferences, navigation, and key project management concepts. Learners will develop a solid understanding of how projects are organized and managed within structured planning systems. As the course progresses, learners focus on building effective project structures using WBS, OBS, project codes, and custom fields. These techniques improve project organization, reporting, and visibility while supporting better decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Advanced modules cover resource and organizational planning, activity creation, duration estimation, relationship development, and scheduling logic. Learners will gain practical experience in developing realistic schedules and optimizing resource utilization across project activities. The course also explores project customization, budgeting, baseline creation, and performance analysis. Learners will understand how to compare planned versus actual performance, monitor project health, and maintain schedule integrity throughout execution. Finally, learners apply advanced project control techniques including schedule updates, tracking processes, reflections, and performance monitoring to ensure successful project delivery. What makes this course unique is its comprehensive and application-focused approach that integrates project structuring, scheduling, budgeting, and control into one cohesive learning experience. By the end of the course, learners will be able to confidently plan, execute, monitor, and control projects using industry-standard project management practices.

Syllabus

Getting Started with Primavera Environment

This module introduces learners to the Primavera interface, user preferences, and foundational project concepts, enabling them to navigate the system effectively and initiate projects with clarity and structure.

Structuring Projects Effectively

This module focuses on building a strong project structure by refining WBS, assigning weights, leveraging OBS, and utilizing codes and custom fields to enhance organization and reporting capabilities.

Resource and Organizational Planning

This module equips learners with the knowledge to define, assign, and manage resources, roles, and organizational structures, ensuring efficient allocation and utilization throughout the project lifecycle.

Activity Development and Scheduling Logic

This module covers activity creation, duration estimation, relationship development, and resource distribution techniques, forming the foundation for effective scheduling and execution planning.

Customization and Baseline Management

This module focuses on enhancing project visualization, documentation, and control through customization tools, baseline comparisons, and budgeting techniques for improved project performance tracking.

Project Control, Scheduling, and Tracking

This module emphasizes advanced project control techniques, including scheduling, updating, reflections, and performance tracking, enabling learners to maintain project accuracy and achieve desired outcomes.