The objective of this course is to provide a real case study on the application of project management in power-plant projects. Case analysis and discussion will be presented in terms of how the concepts of project management are applied in power-plant project development.

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

• Have basic understanding of Power Plant Project Management
• Implement Project Management concepts to successfully manage a power plant project.

CE 70.12 Organizational Management in Construction
CE 70.21 Integrated Project Planning and Control

I.      Introduction to Power Plant Project

1.    Types of Power Plants
2.    Feasibility Study
3.    Project Planning
4.    Power Purchase Agreement
5.    Power Plant Operation in a Power System

 II.    Project Implementation

1.    Project Schedule & Milestones
2.    Engineering Design
3.    Equipment Manufacturing & Inspection
4.    Permits & Licenses
5.    Project Security & Safety
6.    Construction Works
7.    Testing & Commissioning
8.    Commercial Operation Date
9.    Project Completion & Taking Over
10.    Punch List

 III.   Application of Power Plant Project Management

1.    Managing a Hydroelectric Power Project (Case Study)
2.    Managing a Large Power Plant Project (Case Study)

None

No designated text book, but class notes, and handouts will be provided.

1. Hessler, Peter G. (2015): Power Plant Construction Management, A Survival Guide, 2^nd Edition, Penn Well Corporation, USA
2. Noble, Patrick (2009): Process Plant Construction, A Handbook for Quality Management, Willey Blackwell, UK
3. Badiru, Adedeji (2008): Industrial Project Management; Concepts, Tools, and Techniques; Taylor & Francis Group
4. El-Reedy, Mohamed (2011): Construction Management for Industrial Projects; A Modular Guide for Project Managers; John Willey & Sons

1. Construction Management and Economics by Routledge, Taylor & Francis
2. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management by Emerald
3. International Journal of Project Management by Elsevier
4. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management by ASCE

 Others: None

Lectures:                                     15 hours

Self-Study:                                  20 hours

Site Visit:                                     05 hours

Presentation and Assignments:  20 hours

Mass Instruction: Lectures, Class room exercises.

Individualized Learning: Presentation from students on updated issues. Individual home assignments at the end of each class.

Group Learning: Group home assignments at the end of each class to practice, Case Studies to enhance the practical problem-solving skills.

Site Visit: To gain field experience

Presentation and Assignments:      40%

Exam (Open Book):                        60%

“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.