MS Projects Advanced – Course Outline
Course Description
The course enables a person to design a project from start to end, using as much of the features available in the program to ensure an efficient flow of a project. The
The course covers ISETT Unit Standard: 120385
Duration: 7 hours
Target Group: This course is intended for delegates who have a good knowledge of the Basic Concepts of MS projects. The course should be attended by a delegate who wishes to use all the possible features that the program offers. Delegate would like to be assessed for a computer qualification or delegates who wish to obtain Microsoft Office Specialist certification can also attend this course.
Prerequisites: MS Projects Basic and Intermediate. A good knowledge of Excel will be an advantage
Method of training: Instructor led, hands-on exercises using a computer. Groups not more than 12 delegates.
Course Content:
Day 1
Topic 1: Working with project tasks
Enter a recurring task
Split a task into segments
Estimating durations
Time constraints
Topic 2: Advanced formatting
Change the appearance of link lines
Working with gantt bars – i.e. customise, roll up
Format the timescale
Topic 3: Advanced tracking
Change the task type
Resolving time restrictions
Resolve resource allocations by using levelling
Resource contouring
Tracking a project
Create a baseline plan
Setting and displaying the interim plan
Update the project
Topic 4: Advanced costs and resource features
Working with cost rate tables
Overtime rates
Resource features
Day 2
Topic 5: Working with multiple projects
Consolidate projects
Delete the link to the source project file
Consolidate open projects
Link information between projects
Sharing resources among projects
Topic 6: Working with views
Views Types
Apply a filters
Display tables
Create a custom report
Create a combination view
Modify a form
Custom fields
Macros
Display the visual basic toolbar
Record and managing a macro
Topic 7: Advanced project features
Create a template
Save a workspace
Sharing information with other applications
Create a hyperlink
Topic 8: Customise project
Changing defaults and settings
Working with global settings
Customising toolbars
Topic 9: Using the collaboration feature
Setting up collaboration
Task assignments
Sending note messages
Status requests