Exam 70-632: TS: Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects Curriculum Outline
Creating and Designing a Project with Project 2007
Overview/DescriptionIn the corporate world, the project is a fundamental building block. Each project in which a company engages is unique, and fulfills an individual or corporate goal. And each project comprises a series of related tasks that culminate in a project deliverable. Microsoft Office Project 2007 is a comprehensive tool for project managers responsible for the overall design of projects, enabling them to engage in task assignment and management, resource allocation, costs, and budget control in an easy and intuitive way. Microsoft Office Project 2007 also enables the collection and sharing of project progress information with a projects team members and stakeholders. This course outlines the basics of project management, and shows how to create and manage a new project using Microsoft Office Project 2007.
Target AudienceBusiness managers, project managers, planners, and team members who want to track and manage project tasks, costs, and resources; candidates for Microsoft User Specialist certification; anyone wishing to gain a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Project 2007; end users seeking competence in Microsoft Office Project 2007.
Expected Duration3.50 Hours
Basic Concepts in Project Management
recognize the distinguishing features of projectsinterpret the relationships between the elements of a projectmatch project management phases with their descriptionsIntroducing Office Project 2007
turn the Project Guide on or offaccess views in Project 2007match Project 2007 reports with their descriptionsUsing Help in Project 2007
access Help in Project 2007recognize Project 2007s Help optionsCreating a Project
create and save a new projectcreate a new project from a templateDefining a Project
define a projectdefine general work times for a projectEntering Project Tasks
create a task listset a tasks durationrecognize the characteristics of milestone tasks Organizing Project Tasks
create a project structureScheduling Project Tasks
create a task dependency linkrecognize the characteristics of task dependenciescreating a recurring tasksplit a taskAdding Links, Constraints, and Information to Tasks
add information to a taskadd a hyperlink to a taskimpose a constraint on a taskBack to ListSpecifying and Assigning Resources in Project 2007
Overview/DescriptionIn Microsoft Office Project 2007, people, equipment, and materials are collectively referred to as resources. A large part of a project managers responsibilities is managing these resources, whether that be assigning resource work times, leveling resources that are overallocated, and overseeing the budgeting and costs of resources. This course provides an overview of resource management for projects, and will help you get to grips with Microsoft Office Project 2007s robust resource management tools.
Target AudienceBusiness managers, project managers, planners, and team members who want to track and manage project tasks, costs, and resources; candidates for Microsoft User Specialist certification; anyone wishing to gain a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Project 2007; end users seeking competence in Microsoft Office Project 2007.
Expected Duration2.50 Hours
Specifying Resources and Work Times
add a work resource to a projectadd a material resource to a projectset the working time for a resource Assigning Resources
assign a work resource to a taskassign a material resource to a taskadd information to a resource assignmentChanging and Controlling the Schedule
disable effort-driven schedulingchange the task type in a given scenarioapply a contour to a task in a given scenarioLeveling Overallocated Resources
level a resourcefind out what resources have been overallocatedManaging Costs
add a cost for a resourcerecognize costs that need to be fixedBack to ListTracking and Reporting Progress with Project 2007
Overview/DescriptionProject stakeholders have a vested interest in the projects progress so information needs to be tracked, recorded, and reported. A project manager needs to decide on the information to be tracked, and how to track it. Microsoft Office Project 2007 helps a project manager by making this process easy. Baselines and interim plans, for example, create benchmarks for a projects progress. Built-in views and reports helps a project manager to assess a projects progress. Project managers also have the option to customize a new view or report. This course explores these features of Microsoft Office Project 2007 and how a project manager can use them to address a projects tracking and reporting needs.
Target AudienceBusiness managers, project managers, planners, and team members who want to track and manage project tasks, costs, and resources; candidates for Microsoft User Specialist certification; anyone wishing to gain a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Project 2007; end users seeking competence in Microsoft Office Project 2007.
Expected Duration2.50 Hours
Understanding Baselines
create a baseline for a projectcreate an interim planclear a baselineTracking Basics
track project information for a taskuse the correct task tracking method in a given scenarioPreparing for Tracking
recognize the functions of Project 2007s tracking toolsprepare a project for trackingidentify the tracking view to use in a given scenarioChecking Progress
check the progress of a projectdisplay progress linesSelecting a View or Report
identify the available reporting options in Project 2007select a view in a given scenarioselect a report in a given scenarioChanging Views and Reports
change the information in a viewchange the appearance of the Gantt chart viewrecognize the reasons for identifying the critical pathFormatting and Printing a Report
format a report for printingset up and print a report or viewidentify the print options available from the Print Current View wizardBack to ListAdvanced Customization with MS Project 2007
Overview/DescriptionWith Microsoft Office Project 2007, project managers can define how project data is recorded, reported, and displayed, using customizable, built-in templates. They can also customize the interface by adding or removing tools from the applications default toolbars. And before project data is distributed, a project manager can format fields and views to meet particular needs. Additionally, if you need to modify information associated with tasks and resources, create custom tables, or create a work breakdown structure, Project 2007 provides a flexible, all-encompassing solution. This course outlines the basics of customizing Microsoft Office Project 2007, and also provides insights into some of the advanced customization features
Target AudienceBusiness managers, project managers, planners, and team members wishing to gain advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007; candidates for the Microsoft User Specialist certification; end users seeking competence in Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007
Expected Duration2.00 Hours
Customizing Settings and Toolbars in Project 2007
modify the default settings in Project 2007create a custom toolbarCustomizing Templates in Project 2007
customize the Project Global templaterecognize the conditions for customizing the Enterprise Global templatesave a project as a templateCustomizing Fields and Forms in Project 2007
add a custom field in Project 2007create a custom formCustomizing Tasks and Resources in Project 2007
add information to tasksadd custom information to resourcescreate a custom tableUsing WBS Codes in Project 2007
recognize the uses of WBS codescreate a new WBS codeBack to ListProject Data Management and Performance with MS Project 2007
Overview/DescriptionProject managers often share Project 2007 data with other applications, such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook. When importing and exporting information in this way, the information must first be sorted, filtered, and grouped to customize the informations appearance. Information also needs to be timely and actual work performed, actual start and finish dates, and actual costs must all be updated. This course outlines the basics of importing and exporting, sorting, filtering, and grouping information to meet a projects needs. It also discusses creating and sharing resource pools in a multi-project environment, how to manage the efficient use of limited resources to keep multiple projects on schedule, and how to create task dependencies across multiple projects
Target AudienceBusiness managers, project managers, planners, and team members who want to track and manage project tasks, costs, and resources; candidates for Microsoft User Specialist certification; anyone wishing to gain a basic understanding of Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007; end users seeking competence in Microsoft Office Project Professional 2007
Expected Duration3.00 Hours
Importing and Exporting Data
import data into a projectimport a task list into a projectexport data from Project 2007Sorting Project Information in Project 2007
recognize the basic sorting options in Project 2007perform an advanced sort in Project 2007Applying Filters and Groups in Project 2007
apply a filter in Project 2007create a custom groupUpdating Project Information
update actual work for a projectupdate the actual start and finish dates for a taskupdate the actual and remaining duration for a taskupdate percentages for a taskUpdating Actual Costs
recognize the purpose of Project 2007s Cost tablesupdate costs in Project 2007Consolidating Projects in Project 2007
create subprojects for a consolidated projectconsolidate a projectrecognize the different options for saving a consolidated projectview critical paths for subprojects in a consolidated projectSharing and Consolidating Resources in Project 2007
share a projects resources in a resource pooldisable a resource poolCreating Dependencies Across Projects in Project 2007
create an external dependencyupdate external dependenciesBack to ListMentoring 70-632 TS: Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects
Overview/DescriptionSkillSoft Mentors are available to help students with their studies for exam 70-632 TS: Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects. You can reach them by entering a Mentored Chat Room or by using the E-mail My Mentor service.
Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.
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Lesson Objectives Mentoring 70-632 TS: Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects
Configuring Tools and Options Setting Up a Project Estimating, Scheduling, and Budgeting Tasks Resourcing Project Plans Updating and Reporting on Project Performance Course Number:
mnt70632 Back to ListTestPrep 70-632 TS: Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects
Overview/DescriptionTo test your knowledge on the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam. TestPrep can be taken in either Study or Certification mode. Study mode is designed to maximize learning by not only testing your knowledge of the material, but also by providing additional information on the topics presented. Certification mode is designed to test your knowledge of the material within a structured testing environment, providing valuable feedback at the end of the test.
Target AudienceIndividuals seeking practice in a structured testing environment, covering the skills and competencies being measured by the vendor certification exam.
PrerequisitesThe associated SkillSoft certification content should be completed before attempting this TestPrep. This will maximize the effectiveness of the preparation exam.
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Lesson Objectives TestPrep 70-632 TS: Microsoft Office Project 2007, Managing Projects
Configuring Tools and Options Setting Up a Project Estimating, Scheduling, and Budgeting Tasks Resourcing Project Plans Updating and Reporting on Project Performance Course Number:
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Exam 70-633: TS: Microsoft Office Project Server 2007, Managing Projects Curriculum Outline
Initiating Projects with Project Server 2007
Overview/DescriptionIn today’s business environment, rarely does a company have a single project manager overseeing a single project. Businesses are fast-paced, with multiple project managers in charge of a variety of projects, often across many locations. Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 is the main component of the Microsoft Office Enterprise Project Management Solution and the toolset best suited to keep project managers, teams, and stakeholders updated with the latest multi-project information. This course introduces some of the features and processes of Project Server 2007, including implementing a collaborative Microsoft Office Enterprise Project Management (EPM) solution, and working with Project Web Access. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Managing Projects 70-633 exam. Passing this exam will earn the learner the MCTS: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification. In turn, this certification counts as a credit toward the MCTS: Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification.
Target AudienceBusiness managers, project managers, and project team members who want to begin using Project Server 2007 and PWA in a multi-project environment; anyone wishing to gain a basic understanding of Mircrosoft Office Project Server 2007; end users seeking competence with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with Microsoft Windows and Office environments, and a basic knowledge of project management concepts contained in the Project Management Institutes Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide).
Expected Duration (hours)2.5
Lesson ObjectivesInitiating Projects with Project Server 2007
Recognize some of the main capabilities of Project Server 2007
Recognize some of the main permissions allowed to default groups
Recognize some of the main new features of Project Server 2007
Create an enterprise project
Create an enterprise project
Recognize key aspects of initiating a project
Create a workspace site for a project
Import projects to Project Server 2007
Create a risk
Create a project workspace site
Import a project to Project Server 2007
Create a risk
Track project processes using PWA
Create a project proposal and resource plan
Create a project activity plan
Manage documents in a projects document library
Track project issues
Create a project proposal and resource plan
Create a folder structure in the documents library and upload a document
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mo_psmp_a01_dt_enus Back to ListPlanning Projects with Project Server 2007
Overview/DescriptionSuccessful projects are the result of successful project plans. By combining the use of Microsoft’s Office Project Professional with use of Office Project Server, a project manager has the tools to manage and oversee all aspects of project plans and deliverables. This course describes the project, scope, and schedule, risk, and staffing management plans, and how a project manager can combine the benefits of using Office Project Web Access and Office Project Server 2007 to ensure projects come to a successful conclusion. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Managing Projects 70-633 exam. Passing this exam will earn the learner the MCTS: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification. In turn, this certification counts as a credit toward the MCTS: Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification.
Target AudienceSystem administrators, project managers, project support staff, and IT professionals tasked with the responsibility of planning, implementing, and using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 in conjunction with Microsoft Office Project 2007 in a project enterprise environment; learners preparing for the tecnical support certification exams.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with Microsoft Windows and Office environments; a basic knowledge of project management concepts and terminology found in the Project Management Institutes Book of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide).
Expected Duration (hours)2.0
Lesson ObjectivesPlanning Projects with Project Server 2007
Recognize key elements of the Project Management Plan
Create the scope management plan for a project
Recognize key elements of the Project Schedule Plan
Create tasks
Specify WBS codes
Create project deliverables
Create inter-project dependencies
Customize the Deliverables feature in PWA
Create project deliverables and dependencies, and customize the Deliverables feature
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mo_psmp_a02_dt_enus Back to ListManaging Resource Capacity in Project Server 2007
Overview/DescriptionResource capacity management is the ability to plan the right combinations of resources, skills, availability, and costs to get the task done. To do this without overlooking a task or under or over-utilizing a resource is a project manager’s ultimate goal. This course identifies the types of resources available to both project managers and project teams, and the management tools used to ensure the most efficient use of these resources using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007. This course also describes how to plan cost management and risk management for a project. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Managing Projects 70-633 exam. Passing this exam will earn the learner the MCTS: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification. In turn, this certification counts as a credit toward the MCTS: Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification.
Target AudienceSystem administrators, project managers, project support staff, and IT professionals tasked with the responsibility of planning, implementing, and using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 in conjunction with Microsoft Office Project 2007 in a project enterprise environment; learners preparing for the technical support certification exams.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with Microsoft Windows and Office environments; a basic knowledge of project management concepts and terminology found in the Project Management Institutes Book of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide).
Expected Duration (hours)2.5
Lesson ObjectivesManaging Resource Capacity in Project Server 2007
Distinguish between organizational project team structures
Create and modify an Enterprise Resource Pool
Use the Resource Center for project administration
Use the Build Team feature to build a project team
View and change work resource availability
View resource assignments
Define the resources for a project
Recognize key techniques for estimating project costs
Establish and update baselines for project costs
Recognize key elements in planning risk management for a project
Work with baselines for project costs
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mo_psmp_a03_dt_enus Back to ListExecuting Projects with Project Server 2007
Overview/DescriptionSuccessfully executing a project is like mastering an art form of making things happen as planned. Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 can help project managers do that. This course explains how the execution of the project plan through efficient resource management, communicating project information to stakeholders, and quality assurance can be achieved. The course also explores time and timesheets and the concept of administrative time using Office Project Server 2007. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Managing Projects 70-633 exam. Passing this exam will earn the learner the MCTS: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification. In turn, this certification counts as a credit toward the MCTS: Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification.
Target AudienceSystem administrators, project managers, project support staff, and IT professionals tasked with the responsibility of planning, implementing, and using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 in conjunction with Microsoft Office Project 2007 in a project enterprise environment; learners preparing for the technical support certification exams.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with Microsoft Windows and Office environments; a basic knowledge of project management concepts and terminology found in the Project Management Institutes Book of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide).
Expected Duration (hours)2.0
Lesson ObjectivesExecuting Projects with Project Server 2007
Use project communication features
Recognize key techniques for performing quality assurance
Use PWA for allocating resources
Use the Resource Substitution Wizard for allocating resources
Link documents and items in Project Server 2007
Allocate project resources
Create links for project documents and items
Create a timesheet
Record administrative time using the Enterprise Global Resource Pool calendar
Set up alerts and reminders
Create a timesheet
Enter administrative time
Create notifications
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mo_psmp_a04_dt_enus Back to ListMonitoring, Controlling, and Closing Projects
Overview/DescriptionAs a project gets underway, project managers need to monitor task progress and resource usage to address unexpected events. Performance metrics should be in place to provide snapshots of a projects progress, enabling project managers to be proactive in addressing areas of concern. They also need to confirm that both the administrative and contract closing procedures are implemented to ensure the proper storage or disposal of project information. This course covers how Office Project 2007 and Office Project Web Access 2007 – part of Project Server 2007 – facilitate the monitoring and tracking of tasks, the application of performance metrics by way of status and task reports, and the project closing procedures. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft Office Project Server 2007: Managing Projects 70-633 exam. Passing this exam will earn the learner the MCTS: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification. In turn, this certification counts as a credit toward the MCTS: Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Enterprise Project Management with Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 certification.
Target AudienceSystem administrators, project managers, project support staff, and IT professionals tasked with the responsibility of planning, implementing, and using Microsoft Office Project Server 2007 in conjunction with Microsoft Office Project 2007 in a project enterprise environment; learners preparing for the technical support certification exams.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with Microsoft Windows and Office environments; a basic knowledge of project management concepts and terminology found in the Project Management Institutes Book of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide).
Expected Duration (hours)2.5
Lesson ObjectivesMonitoring, Controlling, and Closing Projects
Recognize how to monitor a project
Create tasks and report their progress
Update tasks using Project 2007
Update tasks using Outlook 2007
Create a new task
Report the progress of a project task
Update tasks
Create a status report for a project team
Analyze reports using Project Center views
Recognize the function of Data Analysis view
Set up a project status report
Analyze project information using views
Perform Project Server 2007 activities related to the project closing process
Create and modify an enterprise template
Close tasks to updates
Create and edit an enterprise template
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mo_psmp_a05_dt_enus Back to List
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