Course Overview
This hands-on course is aimed at BCIT Computing students who want to develop and implement an IT project plan. Students focus on Project Management best practices and decisions which apply across the IT sector including software development, building web sites and data analytics systems. COMP 1288 begins with a definition of Project Management fundamentals and terminology. Topics include: stakeholders, scope, deliverables, phases, milestones, deadlines, scheduling, estimates and budgets. Labs and exercises are designed to create project plans that identify and manage risk and take into account quality measures. There is a basic introduction to Microsoft Project software. Participants apply strategies to communicate project progress to stakeholders to keep IT projects on time and on budget. COMP 1288 is an elective in several associate certificates, including Applied Computer Information Systems (ACIS) and Agile Development, and is required for the CST FLEX Diploma. Upon successful completion students will have a basic understanding of project management concepts and tools and will be able to conduct a post project evaluation.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$413.44
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Define a project and fundamental project management terminology.
- Determine stakeholders.
- Define scope, time and cost and ensure they align with the stakeholders' expectations.
- Identify deliverables.
- Define phases, milestones and deadlines.
- Perform scheduling of tasks and resources within project management software.
- Devise estimates and a budget in accordance with the scope.
- Leverage tools for communicating with stakeholders.
- Perform a post project evaluation.
Effective as of Winter 2021
Related Programs
IT Project Management Fundamentals (COMP 1288) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Agile Development
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Applied Computer Information Systems (ACIS)
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Applied Data Analytics
Certificate Part-time
- Applied Database Administration and Design
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Applied Network Administration and Design
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Computer Systems
Diploma Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of COMP 1288 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 42460
Dates
Sep 10 - Oct 15 Loading
- CRN 42460
- $413.44 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Oct 15 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown DTC Rm. 374 |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Fariba Pacheleh
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Course is 18 hours on campus. BCIT Computing is primarily a Microsoft Windows environment. Students must provide their own current model Windows-compatible PC with microphone and video camera. i5 or higher equivalent processor, with 8 GB of RAM minimum, and 256 GB minimum storage. Highspeed internet access is needed for online sections and for homework. Mac users must have the ability to manage and support their iOS computer. They may need to create a virtual Windows environment using Parallels or VMWare Fusion. COMP instructors may not be able to assist Mac users with software compatibility issues. BCIT does not provide access to Parallels or support for students to use a Mac to run Windows. Late registration is not permitted.
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