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Unit of study_

CIVL3805: Project Scope, Time and Cost Management

Semester 1, 2021 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

The general aim of this unit of study is to offer the student the opportunity to develop an understanding of the scope, time and cost management in project environments. Students will engage with some of the key concepts and various activities which underpin project scope, time and cost management. At the end of this unit, students will be able to: develop Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), develop network diagrams, and undertake Critical Path Analysis (CPA) and Earned Value Analysis (EVA) using the given project information; explain in depth why scope, time and cost management are important to project management; analyse a project situation that involves scope, time and cost management issues; and explain how the components of scope, time and cost management interrelate in project environments. The syllabus comprises the project planning cycle, working with the project sponsor, scope initiation and definition, project scope definition tools, WBS, network scheduling techniques, CPA, Just-in-Time philosophy, estimating and budgeting, cash flow management, EVA and application of project management software.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	CIVL3805
Academic unit	Civil Engineering
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	ENGG1865 OR QBUS2350
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	CIVL2810 or CIVL1810
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Faham Tahmasebinia, faham.tahmasebinia@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Faham Tahmasebinia, faham.tahmasebinia@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 03	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 04	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 05	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 06	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 07	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 08	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 09	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 10	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 11	N/A
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Online task	Weekly Quiz Weekly Quiz	6%	Week 12	N/A
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Assignment	Final Assignment Final Assignment	40%	Week 13	N/A
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Assessment summary

There will be 10 online quizzes and a final main comprehensive assignment submission

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

1-2 working days late: 10% of the actual marks available for the assessment item will be deducted. 3-5 working days late: 20% of the actual marks available for the assessment item will be deducted. More than 5 working days: it will not be acceptable.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

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Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	1. Course introduction; 2. Introduction to project managment; 3. Project management trade-offs	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 02	Construction Project Management Practice	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 03	Construction Scope Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 04	Construction Schedule Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 05	Construction Cost Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 05	Construction Quality Management, Microsoft Project demonstration	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 06	1. Critical path analysis (CPA); 2. Resources scheduling;	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 07	Construction Resource Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 08	Construction Risk Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 09	Construction Procurement Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 10	Construction Stakeholders & Communication Management	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 11	Construction Project Integration Management and Change Control	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 12	Discussion about the final project	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)
Week 13	Final Review	Lecture and tutorial (4 hr)

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. undertake WBS exercises, CPA and EVA using the given project information
LO2. analyse a project situation that involves scope, time and cost management issues
LO3. explain how the components of scope, time and cost management interrelate.
LO4. Apply the theory and professional practice of construction project management in real-life construction projects
LO5. Consolidate the theory and professional practice of construction project management acquired over their Bachelor of Construction Management & Property.
LO6. Develop a holistic Construction Project Management Plan (CPMP).
LO7. Demonstrate their ability to constructively work as part of a construction project management team and improve their interpersonal skills

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

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Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
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Responding to student feedback

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Students will be given updated information during the first lecture.

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Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

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Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

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Study commitment

Learning outcomes

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Graduate qualities

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