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Planning, organisation and control of projects in ordered environments. Application of project management principles, concepts, disciplines, tools, techniques and processes to the typical project lifecycle. Studies in the knowledge areas/domains defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Development of a range of skills, tools and techniques to become an effective project manager.

Course Overview

Project Management is a critical element of the delivery of the majority of engineering works. Organisations outside the engineering arena are increasingly adopting a “project” approach in many of their activities. This course is designed to provide an introduction to the management of projects in a variety of settings. It aims to give an understanding of all key components of the project life cycle and of the skills required to successfully deliver projects. 

The philosophy adopted assumes that project outcomes can be achieved by active management and planning, and provides a framework for proactive management of projects in a variety of settings. The traditional philosophy of project management in an ordered environment is adopted, although other philosophies in project management literature such as Agile and Lean are also acknowledged.

Note that one of the major assignments is team-based and as such students are expected to make time to meet with their team members.


The course will have a total of 12 tutorials, delivered on a weekly basis. The weekly topics covered will be a review of the online modules (note that the order in which topics are delivered may change):

1.   Introduction to Project Management

2.   Leadership, Teams, and People

3.   Project Fundamentals and Stakeholders

4.   Proposing and Scoping the Project

5.   Estimating, Scheduling and Trade-offs

6.  Quality Management

7.   Risk Management and Finalising the Plan

8.   Starting Execution - Procurement, Tendering, and Contracts

9.   Communication and Collaboration

10.  Managing, Monitoring, and Execution

11.   Integration, Monitoring, and Reporting

12.   Close/Finishing the Project

In addition, there is a final presentation of the group project in the final week of the course which will typically be arranged to coincide with the last tutorial. The length of the presentation depends on the number of course participants but is likely to be 1 - 3 hours in duration.


Students are expected to undertake considerable additional work per week reading, contributing to discussions, and completing assignments. 

Workload Expectations

This course is a standard 15 point course and students are expected to spend 150 hours in total over the semester. Note that there are no exams, so the workload will be spread over the 12 teaching weeks. Hence, the expectation is that students work 12.5 hrs per week over 12 weeks.

Course Prerequisites, Corequisites and Restrictions

Restriction

Locations and Semesters Offered

LocationSemester
Auckland Online
City
Auckland Online

Teaching and Learning

Online

Attendance is expected at scheduled online activities, including discussion forums, to receive credit for components of the course.
The course will include live online events, including group discussions/tutorials/lectures, and these will be recorded.
Where possible, study material will be available at course commencement throughout the course.
This course runs to the University semester timetable, and all the associated completion dates and deadlines will apply.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The Semester 2 course is an Online course with Tutorials held on a weekly basis.   Very early in the course, we'll allocate each of you to a team which you'll work with during the semester. The first tutorial we'll cover in depth the assignments for the course. Please review all Assignments for the first session.
All of the learning content can be found on the EngGen742 Canvas Page and is arranged by week - one Module for each week. Each of the 12 Modules address a topic within Project Management. Our expectation is that when you attend the weekly tutorial, you will have completed the previous learning Module and come with any questions. The tutorial we will review the previous week's Module. At the conclusion of a tutorial there is likely to be some group-based problem/activity which will reinforce the learnings or a speaker from industry.

Learning Resources

Taught courses use a learning and collaboration tool called Canvas to provide students with learning materials including reading lists and lecture recordings (where available). Please remember that the recording of any class on a personal device requires the permission of the instructor.

Copyright

The content and delivery of content in this course are protected by copyright. Material belonging to others may have been used in this course and copied by and solely for the educational purposes of the University under license.


You may copy the course content for the purposes of private study or research, but you may not upload onto any third-party site, make a further copy or sell, alter or further reproduce or distribute any part of the course content to another person.

Health and Safety

Students must ensure they are familiar with their Health and Safety responsibilities, as described in the university’s Health and Safety policy. Students are encouraged to discuss any work-related issues with the Course Co-ordinator at the earliest possible time and to prepare their assignments from the start of the course, rather than waiting until the deadlines.

Learning Continuity

In the event of an unexpected disruption, we undertake to maintain the continuity and standard of teaching and learning in all your courses throughout the year. If there are unexpected disruptions the University has contingency plans to ensure that access to your course continues and course assessment continues to meet the principles of the University’s assessment policy. Some adjustments may need to be made in emergencies. You will be kept fully informed by your course co-ordinator/director, and if disruption occurs you should refer to the university website for information about how to proceed.

Academic Integrity

The University of Auckland will not tolerate cheating, or assisting others to cheat, and views cheating in coursework as a serious academic offence. The work that a student submits for grading must be the student's own work, reflecting their learning. Where work from other sources is used, it must be properly acknowledged and referenced. This requirement also applies to sources on the internet. A student's assessed work may be reviewed for potential plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct, using computerised detection mechanisms.

Similarly, research students must meet the University’s expectations of good research practice. This requires:

  • Honesty - in all aspects of research work
  • Accountability - in the conduct of research
  • Professional courtesy and fairness – in working with others
  • Good stewardship – on behalf of others
  • Transparency – of research process and presentation of results
  • Clarity - communication to be understandable, explainable and accessible

For more information on the University’s expectations of academic integrity, please see the Academic Conduct section of the University policy hub.

Disclaimer

Elements of this outline may be subject to change. The latest information about taught courses is made available to enrolled students in Canvas.

Students may be asked to submit assessments digitally. The University reserves the right to conduct scheduled tests and examinations online or through the use of computers or other electronic devices. Where tests or examinations are conducted online remote invigilation arrangements may be used. In exceptional circumstances changes to elements of this course may be necessary at short notice. Students enrolled in this course will be informed of any such changes and the reasons for them, as soon as possible, through Canvas.


Assessment and Learning Outcomes

Additional Information on Assessment

A passing mark is 50% or higher, according to University policy.

Late Penalties will apply to late submissions as follows:

Time After the Due Date / Penalty

<=24 hours (1 day) -10%

>24 hours but <=48 hours (2 days) -20%

>48 hours but <=72 hours (3 days) -30%

>72 hours but <=96 hours (4 days) -40%

>96 hours but <=168 hours (7 days) -50%

>168 hours (7 days) -100%

Extensions will only be granted in exceptional circumstances. If you want to apply for an extension, you should discuss your circumstances with the Course Coordinator before the assignment due date.

For medical circumstances, you should provide a copy (or original) of a medical certificate.

Course Learning Outcomes

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Assessments

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Student Feedback, Support and Charter

Student Feedback

Feedback on taught courses is gathered from students at the end of each semester through a tool called SET or Qualtrics. The lecturers and course co-ordinators will consider all feedback and respond with summaries and actions. Your feedback helps teachers to improve the course and its delivery for future students. In addition, class Representatives in each class can take feedback to the department and faculty staff-student consultative committees.

Additional Information on Student Feedback

Online materials and assignments have been updated taking into account student feedback gained in the 2024 SET Reports.

Class representatives

Class representatives are students tasked with representing student issues to departments, faculties, and the wider university. If you have a complaint about this course, please contact your class rep who will know how to raise it in the right channels. See your departmental noticeboard for contact details for your class reps.

Tuākana

Tuākana is a multi-faceted programme for Māori and Pacific students providing topic specific tutorials, one-on-one sessions, test and exam preparation and more. Explore your options at Tuakana Learning Communities.

Inclusive Learning

All students are asked to discuss any impairment related requirements privately, face to face and/or in written form with the course coordinator, lecturer or tutor.

Student Disability Services also provides support for students with a wide range of impairments, both visible and invisible, to succeed and excel at the University. For more information and contact details, please visit the Student Disability Services’ website.

Wellbeing

We all go through tough times during the semester, or see our friends struggling. There is lots of help out there - please see the Support Services page for information on support services in the University and the wider community.

Special Circumstances

If your ability to complete assessed work is affected by illness or other personal circumstances outside of your control, contact a member of teaching staff as soon as possible before the assessment is due. If your personal circumstances significantly affect your performance, or preparation, for an exam or eligible written test, refer to the University’s aegrotat or compassionate consideration page. This should be done as soon as possible and no later than seven days after the affected test or exam date.

Student Charter and Responsibilities

The Student Charter assumes and acknowledges that students are active participants in the learning process and that they have responsibilities to the institution and the international community of scholars. The University expects that students will act at all times in a way that demonstrates respect for the rights of other students and staff so that the learning environment is both safe and productive. For further information visit Student Charter.

Student Academic Complaints and Disputes

Students with concerns about teaching including how a course is delivered, the resources provided, or supervision arrangements, have the right to express their concerns and seek resolution. The university encourages informal resolution where possible, as this is quicker and less stressful. For information on the informal and formal complaints processes, please refer to the Student Academic Complaints Statute in the Student Policies and Guidelines section of the Policy Hub.