Online Class: Microsoft Project 2016

Unlock the potential of Microsoft Project 2016 with this course, designed to benefit both beginners and seasoned users by improving project execution and tracking through detailed lessons. You’ll learn how to plan, track, manage resources, and resolve conflicts effectively, even without prior software access.
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  • 18
    Lessons
  • 20
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 8
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.8
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Microsoft Project 2016 is a project management software program created for businesses and freelance professionals to help better manage individual projects that occur within companies.  Although no project management software should be used to replace project management techniques or adequate training of management and staff, Project 2016 can and will improve the efficiency, organization, and sometimes even the speed of which a project is completed.

This course will teach you how to successfully use MS Project 2016, no matter if you've ever used the program before or not.  Both the beginner and seasoned Project user can benefit from this course, starting with the basics of the program including navigation and continuing on to more advanced features.

You will learn how to:

·    Plan for a project

·    Use templates to create projects in Project 2016

·    Create, manage, schedule, and track tasks

·    Create, manage, assign, and track resources

·    Work with deadlines and constraints

·    Troubleshoot problems, delays, and conflicts

·    Use dependencies to help schedule tasks

·    Work with lag time and lead time when dealing with tasks

·    Create baselines and interim plans

·    Run reports

·    Print reports and project information

·    And more

You do not need to have access to Project 2016 to take or successfully complete this course. However, it is recommended.   A 60 day free trial for Project 2016 is available on the Microsoft website.

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  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Navigating the Basics and Beyond in MS Project 2016

This comprehensive course equips users with the necessary skills to use MS Project 2016, featuring detailed lessons, exercises, and optional assignments for hands-on practice. It's structured to cater to both novice and experienced users, guiding them through the program's advanced functionalities. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: course_project_file.xlsx
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
  • Assessment: Exam 1

Lesson 2. Navigating Project 2016: A Beginner's Guide

Project 2016 starts by offering multiple ways to open projects, whether through templates or from an existing source, complemented by an interface that features the Quick Access Toolbar for personalized tool selection. The Tell Me function acts as a robust aid, providing immediate task solutions and tool access to optimize project workflow. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 2

Lesson 3. Project Initiation: Creating a Solid Foundation

Before starting with Project 2016, developing a project scope and a detailed project charter is crucial to ensure a solid foundation for successful management. Planning involves laying out tasks meticulously, understanding the project hierarchy through a Work Breakdown Structure and then utilizing the tool for effective project entry and management. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 3

Lesson 4. Efficient Task Management: From Basics to Execution

Entering tasks in Project 2016 can be done through various methods, including Gantt Chart view and importing from Outlook, enabling comprehensive tracking and management. Mastery of effort-driven concepts and scheduling—whether manual or automatic—augments project efficiency. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: course_project_file.xlsx
  • Assessment: Exam 4

Lesson 5. Navigating Through Project 2016: Mastering Views and Data Presentation

Navigating through Project 2016's views is accessible through tabs like Task and Resource, aiding in changing perspectives from Gantt Chart to Calendar view. Each view, like Timeline and Network Diagram, provides unique benefits for detailed project analysis. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 5

Lesson 6. Exploring the Multifaceted Role of Calendars in Project Management

Calendars in Project 2016 play a vital role in project planning by defining detailed schedules through Base, Project, Task, and Resource calendars which allow customization of work hours and exceptions. Mastering calendar functionalities enables you to efficiently manage tasks and resources, aiding in the successful completion of projects. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 6

Lesson 7. Task Structuring Simplified

Master task management in Project 2016 by arranging tasks hierarchically into summary and subtasks, promoting efficiency and project clarity. Indenting, moving tasks, and using WBS codes contribute to a streamlined project workflow. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 7

Lesson 8. Effective Timeline Management: A Comprehensive Guide

Setting task duration requires using the Gantt Chart view and understanding measurement units. Correctly entered durations aggregate at the parent task level, facilitating holistic project timelines. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 8

Lesson 9. Mastering Dependency Links in Project 2016

Setting up dependencies in projects involves designating tasks as predecessors or successors, impacting their start and finish times. Utilize tools like Gantt Chart View or the Task Information dialogue box to establish and modify these relationships, ensuring a smooth sequence of tasks. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 9

Lesson 10. Mastering Resource Management in Project 2016

Project success hinges on effectively assigning resources; in Project 2016, this means recording detailed information in the Resource Sheet and understanding the impact on task schedules. Effort-driven scheduling and resource calendar management are crucial elements discussed to improve project timelines. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 10

Lesson 11. Mastering Resource Allocation: Skills, Budget, and Availability

Resource management is crucial for project success, requiring resources with appropriate skills, availability, commitment, and cost-effectiveness. Ensuring resource compatibility with team dynamics and technology access greatly enhances overall project efficiency. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 11

Lesson 12. Mastering Project Progress Tracking Techniques in Project 2016

With autoscheduled tasks, updating actual and remaining durations in Project 2016 ensures your timeline reflects current project realities. Use the Tracking Table view in the Gantt Chart to adjust these durations for precise progress tracking. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 12

Lesson 13. Navigating Project Communication: Tools and Techniques for Success

The foundation of successful project management lies in the construction of a precise communications plan, enabling seamless information flow and timely updates. Project 2016 offers a suite of tools for task tracking and rescheduling, ensuring project timelines are maintained. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 13

Lesson 14. Navigating Project Baselines with Confidence

Interim plans function as reduced baselines, saving only schedule data and allowing for updates without overriding original cost data, useful for tracking progress. Use the same dialogue box for setting both baselines and interim plans, providing flexibility to select whole projects or specific tasks. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 14 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 14

Lesson 15. Crafting Custom Templates and Views in Project 2016

Learn how to enhance your Project 2016 experience by creating custom templates, changing the layout for different views, and utilizing tools for drawing and filtering. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 15 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 15

Lesson 16. Unlocking the Power of Project Reports - A Comprehensive Guide

Visual reports, akin to Excel's Pivot tables, offer multifaceted data analysis through diagrams and time-phased perspectives on workloads, cost flows, and value assessments. Created for either Excel or Visio, they unlock deeper insights beyond standard capabilities. 8 Total Points
  • Lesson 16 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 16

Lesson 17. Efficient Resource Sharing in Project

Consolidating resources via a resource pool simplifies project management by facilitating shared access and reducing scheduling conflicts. Engage with resource managers to strategically manage limited resources, thereby optimizing project timelines and outcomes. 10 Total Points
  • Lesson 17 Video
  • Assessment: Exam 17

Lesson 18. Mastering the Art of Printing in Project: A Step-by-Step Guide

Master selective printing by choosing specific project views and adjusting detailed print settings like orientation, paper size, and scaling. Preview your print layout to ensure accuracy before committing to your final print. 94 Total Points
  • Lesson 18 Video
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Exam 18
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
262
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe what MS Project is and what its capabilities are.
  • Define and create projects.
  • Describe entering and scheduling tasks.
  • Describe Project 2016 views.
  • Demonstrate organizing tasks.
  • Demonstrate working with task duration, constraints, and deadlines.
  • Describe dependencies.
  • Summarize resource management.
  • Identify tracking work in project.
  • Summarize communication and progress updates.
  • Describe using baselines.
  • Describe customizing and formatting your project.
  • Describe running reports.
  • Describe consolidating projects and resources.
  • Summarize printing project information.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Student Testimonials

  • "Thank you this course was very informative and I learned things that I did not know were available within Microsoft Project." -- Mark J.

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