TE22918 – Project Management

Module code

TE22918

Module title

Project Management

Prescription

This unit standard is intended primarily for use in diploma courses in mechanical engineering. It covers knowledge of project management principles, tools, and techniques, and their application to a real or simulated project. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of project management in mechanical engineering, and apply that knowledge to a project of moderate size.

Programmes

TE1010
TE1101

NZQA Level

Level 6

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Not Web enabled

Learning hours

Directed hours: 75
Self directed hours: 75
Total learning hours: 150

Resources required

Content: Element 1
Demonstrate knowledge of project management in mechanical engineering.

Performance criteria
1.1The aims of good project management are explained in accordance with a recognised methodology.

Rangereference to effective management of - time, scope, cost, internal resources, external resources including contractors.

1.2The roles of key personnel in the management of a successful project are discussed in accordance with a recognised methodology.

Rangekey personnel - senior management; sponsor or budget manager; project manager; stakeholders; team members; suppliers of internal and external services and materials.

1.3The stages of a successful project are explained with reference to the key activities, critical success factors, and major items of documentation at each stage, in accordance with a recognised methodology.

Rangestages - initiation, planning, execution and control, closeout.

1.4Gantt and PERT charts and the concept of Critical Path are explained in accordance with a recognised methodology.

Element 2
Apply knowledge of project management to a mechanical engineering project of moderate size.

Rangeproject of moderate size would typically involve - moderate investment; at least 20 project activities; a definite schedule target; installation and commissioning of plant or machinery, or development of a new product; a project team of at least 5 people;
candidates are expected to use project management software in the preparation of WBS and project schedule;
a supplied range of templates may be used in the preparation of the various documents.

Performance criteria
2.1A project charter is prepared in accordance with given project requirements and a recognised methodology.

Rangecharter to contain at least - project objective, project organisation, stake holders, overall scope, constraints, contract tendering requirements, cost estimate, cost/benefit analysis, high level schedule, risks.

2.2A project plan is prepared in accordance with a recognised methodology.

Rangeplan to contain at least - scope, WBS, project schedule including Gantt and PERT charts with critical path, contracting schedule, risk plan, resources plan, project budget, quality plan, change management plan, procurement plan.

2.3Project progress is tracked on the project schedule in accordance with a recognised methodology and the project management software.

2.4An introduced change and an unexpected delay are managed in accordance with the project plan.

2.5A project status report is prepared in accordance with a recognised methodology.

2.6A project closure document is prepared in accordance with a recognised methodology.

Rangeclosure document to include at least reference to - review of project outcomes against baseline requirements, deviations, ongoing support or maintenance, sign-off.
Basic of Assessment: The assessment methods for this module are shown in the attached assessment structure setup form.
Learning and Teaching Resource: A full set of resources will be issued for this module including printed course work and assessment materials. Additionally students will be encouraged to use the library and other resources that can be accessed at Wintec.
Required Textbooks: ISO 10006:2003. Quality management systems - Guidelines for quality management in projects.
Association for Project Management. APM Body of Knowledge. 5th edition. High Wycombe: APM Publishing Ltd, 2006. ISBN 1-903494-13-3.
Project Management Institute, Inc. A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide). 3rd edition. Newton Square: Project Management Institute, Inc., 2004. ISBN 1-930699-45-X.