The objective of this course is to integrate theoretical and practical knowledge of project time and cost planning and control by focusing on techniques and computerized system applicable to the construction industry.

On completion of this course, the students would be able to:

• Plan, update, and analyze project time, resources, cost information against project objectives
• Develop project plan and schedule using traditional and advanced tools and techniques
• Apply industry-standard computerized software to plan and schedule project
• Design an appropriate project planning and control system in organizational context and project environment
• Administer construction contract to achieve project time and cost objectives

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I.      Project Planning and Scheduling

1. Projects in organization
2. Principles of project planning management
3. The role of planning, scheduling, and progress control
4. Processes of project planning, scheduling, and progress control

 II.    Project Planning Techniques

1. Traditional Scheduling Techniques: bar chart, s-curve, line-of-balance
2. Logical framework techniques
3. Network Scheduling Techniques: CPM and PERT, resource aggregation, levelling, and allocation, the time-cost trade-off approach.
4. Computerization of planning management: Microsoft project and Primavera Project Management (P6)
   

III.    Implementation of Project Planning Management

1. Integrated cost and schedule control: earned valued concept, cost/schedule control system criteria, interfacing of cost and accounting codes
2. Analysis and design of planning and control system
3. Managing construction contractual risks
4. Disputes and claims management: effects of work changes and delays types of delays and delay claims, and determination of the liabilities for delays

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Popescu, C. and Charoenngam, C. (1995). Project Planning, Scheduling, the Control in Construction, John Wiley & Sons, New York

1. Illingworth, J. R. (2002) Construction Methods and Planning 2^nd edition, E&FN Spon, London
2. PMI (2013). A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge 5^th edition, Project Management Institute, Pennsylvania
3. Kerzner, H. (2003). Project Management Case Studies, John Wiley & Sons, New York

• Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
• Construction Management & Economics, Taylor and Francis
• Engineering Construction and Architectural Management, Emerald
• International Journal of Project Management, Elsevier
• Project Management Journal, Wiley

Lectures:                                        45 hours

Self-study:                                    125 hours

Presentation and Project Work:     10 hours

Mass Instruction: Lectures, Class room exercises and presentations

Individualized Learning: Individual homework assignment is given weekly to develop comprehension and analytical skills. Also, real-life project is given for students to develop project plan and schedule from project concept to detail activity.  

Group Learning: Practical case studies are given once every two weeks to ensure that students can apply theoretical knowledge into practical situations.

Home Assignments:  10%

Individual Project: 15%

Class Participation: 5%

Mid Semester Exam (Open Book): 30%

Final Exam (Open Book): 40%

“A” will be awarded if a student can demonstrate clear understanding of the topics learned in class, has integrated knowledge of the course, can apply the knowledge appropriately in the project/case study, and actively contribute in class discussion.

“B” will be awarded if a student can demonstrate basic understanding of the topics learned in class, can apply the knowledge in the project/case study, and contribute in class discussion.

“C” will be given if a student can demonstrate partial understanding of the topics learned in class, can apply the knowledge in the project/case study, and quiet during class discussion.

“D” will be given if a student demonstrates lack of understanding of the topics learned in class, cannot apply the knowledge appropriately in the project/case study, and cannot contribute in class discussion.