Computer Systems
COMP 1288 - Information Technology Project Management

This hands-on, introductory course is for information technology students who want to learn how to develop and implement an IT project plan. Project Management (PM) discipline, best practices and decisions apply to various IT sectors including: Web Development, Databases and Networking. Topics include: identifying project stakeholders and defining roles and responsibilities of the team, defining scope, devising risks and quality plans, mapping-out a schedule, determining a budget and defining a communication strategy. Participants use MS Project 2010 and learn techniques to help them deliver IT projects on time, on budget and within the original project scope. Students receive an overview of common PM concepts and MS Project software. They are prepared to move on to COMP 1285 Using MS Project which goes into much greater depth in the use of the MS Project application. Successful participants are encouraged to learn more about industry standards and Project Management Institute (PMI) certifications. Prerequisites: COMP 1002 (1.5 Credits)

Winter 2012

Jan 09-Feb 13	6 Weeks	$305.75	CRN: 76382
Jan 09-Feb 13	Mon	18:30-21:30	BBY SE12 318
Instructor: Dirk Coetzee
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].

Spring/Summer 2012

Jun 04-Jul 09	6 Weeks	$305.75	CRN: 57595
Jun 04-Jul 09	Mon	18:30-21:30	BBY SE12 318
Note: No class July 2 (Canada Day).