ENG303 Project ManagementIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Civil Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: ENG303
Course Name: Project Management
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Faculty Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ALİ KAHRİMAN
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. ALİ KAHRİMAN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In this course, to give information about preparing and evaluating investment projects and management functions.To provide up-to-date Project Management information with application examples, to introduce Project Management information fields, to teach students to use a project management software as well as theoretical and practical field knowledge to manage projects. Examining, evaluating, analyzing and reporting on engineering sector case studies are the studies of the course.
Course Content: 1. Week Preparation and Evaluation of Investment Projects, Project Management Concepts
2. Week Introduction to Project Preparation Principles
3. Week Principles of Technical Preparation of Investment Projects
3. Week Principles of Economic Preparation of Investment Projects
4. Week Principles of Financial Preparation of Investment Projects
5. Week Evaluation Methods of Investment Projects
6. Project Management Process Groups, Project Integration Management, Project Stakeholder Management Processes, Project Scope Management Processes
7. Week Project Schedule Management Processes Networking Principles
8. Week Midterm Exam
9. Week Project Schedule Management Processes (GANTT_CPM/ PERT)
10. Week Project Schedule Management Processes, Problem Solving
11. Week Project Resource Management Processes
12. Week Project Time-Cost Management Processes, Problem Solving
13. Week Project Resource Allocation and Smoothing Problems, Project Procurement Management Processes
14. Week Project Presentations
15. Week Final Exam

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Learns the criteria for preparing and evaluating investment projects.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) Learns project planning, resource allocation and resource smoothing problem solutions.
2) Have knowledge about computer aided project planning techniques.
Field Specific Competence
1) Understands and explains Project Management knowledge areas, PM Processes and relationships between processes Develops, revises and monitors the project schedule with different scheduling methods.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Learns the project management functions and the principles of preparing an implementation plan.

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Preparation and Evaluation of Investment Projects, Project Management Concepts
1)
2) Introduction to Project Preparation Principles
3) Principles of Technical Preparation of Investment Projects
4) Principles of Economic Preparation of Investment Projects
5) Principles of Financial Preparation of Investment Projects
6) Evaluation Methods of Investment Projects
7) Project Management Process Groups, Project Integration Management, Project Stakeholder Management Processes, Project Scope Management Processes
8) Midterm Exam
9) Project Schedule Management Processes (GANTT_CPM/ PERT)
10) Project Schedule Management Processes, Problem Solving
11) Project Evaluation in terms of Resources (Finance, Labor, Hardware, etc.)
12) Project Time-Cost Management Processes, Problem Solving
13) Project Resource Allocation and Smoothing Problems, Project Procurement Management Processes
14) Project Presentations
15) Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: PMBOK, Project Management Guide, PMI
References: Project Management, A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling and Controlling, HArold Kerzner,
Yatırım Proje Hazırlama ve Değerlendirme, A. Kahriman

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Expression
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Homework
Project preparation
Q&A / Discussion
Technical Tour

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Oral Examination
Homework
Application
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 1 % 5
Project 1 % 15
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 5 70
Application 1 4 4
Field Work 1 5 5
Study Hours Out of Class 5 2 10
Presentations / Seminar 1 4 4
Homework Assignments 1 15 15
Midterms 1 15 15
Final 1 15 15
Total Workload 138