Project Management For Technical Students

Navigating The Project Managers Through Engineering Landscape

What you'll learn

Importance of Project Management For Technical Students

Role of Effective Project Manager

Idea Generation For Project Manager

Project Planning and Implementation

Resources and Materials Management

Requirements

Understand project management basics

Effective communication skills

Understanding of teamwork dynamics

Critical thinking abilities

Organizational skills

Technology literacy

Problem-solving capabilities

Description

"Explore project management tailored for technical students, covering key principles, methodologies, and advanced topics like inventory and quality management." "Project Management for Technical Students: Navigating the Engineering Landscape" is a comprehensive course designed to equip technical students with the essential knowledge and skills required to successfully manage projects within the engineering domain.This course delves into the core principles and practices of project management, tailored specifically for students pursuing technical disciplines such as engineering, computer science, and information technology. Through a blend of theoretical concepts and practical applications, students will learn how to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and control projects effectively.Understanding the fundamentals of project management, including project lifecycle, methodologies, and constraints.Exploring the roles and responsibilities of a project manager, emphasizing leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Examining the scope of Project Management body of knowledge (PMBOK), focusing on key areas such as scope, time, cost, quality, procurement, HR, communication, risk, and integration management.Analyzing the various phases of the project lifecycle, including development, construction, execution, and commissioning.Investigating the importance of customer focus and stakeholder management in technical projects.Delving into advanced topics such as inventory management, ABC analysis, economic order quantity, purchase procedures, modern techniques of material management (JIT/SAP/ERP), and quality management principles (TQM, Kaizen, 5 'S', & 6 Sigma).

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Project Management

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Functions of a Project Manager

Lecture 2 Project Manager

Section 3: Idea Generation Techniques For Project Manager

Lecture 3 Idea Generation Techniques For Project Manager

Section 4: Project Planning Techniques For Project Manager

Lecture 4 Project Planning Techniques For Project Manager

Section 5: Project Implementation and Control

Lecture 5 Project Implementation and Control: Key Concepts and Strategies

Section 6: Materials Management for Project Managers

Lecture 6 Essentials of Inventory and Material Management

University Students in STEM Fields,Aspiring Project Managers in Tech,Early Career Technicians and Engineers,Technical Team Leads and Managers,Entrepreneurs in Tech-Driven Industries