Exam 12: Scheduling

Using the three-point estimate technique, what is the estimated time to complete a project based on the following scenario? Kyle has been appointed to draw up a cost estimate for a new project. He interviews one of the engineers, Steve, who tells Kyle his assigned task will take 3 weeks. Upon being questioned, Steve changes his estimated completion time to 7.5 weeks. Kyle thinks a realistic estimate is 4.5 weeks.

Which of the following is a type of bar chart that graphically presents the project schedule, milestone dates, and deliverables?

What critical path project management tool is used to define the steps needed to complete a project, the personnel to work on each task, and the cost of each task?

Using the three-point estimate technique, what is the estimated time to complete a project based on the following scenario? Debbie is preparing a statement of qualifications for a client who needs to hire an engineering firm to design a new outfall structure. Debbie needs an overall estimate of the time it may take to complete the project, even though many critical design issues are unknown. Debbie asks three engineers for their best guess. Steve thinks it will take only 1 year. Jenny estimates 3 years. Kyle, who has designed similar structures, thinks a realistic estimate is 2.5 years.

Which of the following terms is used to describe a project's progress when the required product, service, or system is not produced, provided, or constructed by a specific project milestone date?

Which of the following project management tools is used to evaluate a project's performance and progress by integrating the project scope, schedule and cost?

Which of the following best describes the scheduling term critical path?

Which of the following best describes the scheduling term float?

Which of the following project management tools is used to identify the tasks that can be delayed for a certain amount of time without having an effect on the overall schedule?

Which of the following best describes the scheduling term scope creep?

Which of the following is a basic support structure that needs to be created, defined, and/or modified for a complex construction project?

Which of the following project management tools is used to present a snapshot of the progress of the project?