‘Critical Path Analysis Using Lucidchart ” guided project is for anyone who wants to learn the Critical Path Method for project schedule planning. This project will benefit professionals wanting to broaden their knowledge and skillset in the area of project management. Project Coordinators and entry-level managers seeking to obtain project management certifications will also find this project complementary to their studies. To complete the project you will need a Lucidchart account. In this project we are going to focus on three main learning objectives: creating a Precedence Diagram using Lucidchart, learning how to use the Critical Path Method for project planning, and performing Critical Path calculations. By the end of the project, you will learn how to create a precedence diagram using Lucidchart and will be able to perform critical path calculations to analyze your project schedule.
Critical Path Analysis Using Lucidchart
Instructor: Maria Zvezdkina
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What you'll learn
Create a project network diagram using Lucidchart
Use Critical Path Method for project planning
Perform Critical Path calculations and analysis
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Introduction
Task 1: What is Lucidchart?
Task 2: Create a Precedence Diagram
Task 2: Calculate Forward Pass
Task 4: Calculate Backward Pass
Task 5: Calculate Total Float
Task 6: Calculate Free Float
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At least 1-2 years of business experience
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Reviewed on Nov 12, 2021
Nicely explained, pretty straight forward and basic. Highly recommend for someone just starting out using critcial path method.
Reviewed on May 14, 2021
Nice way to teach and can be UnderstandI want to switch my carrier to Project manager/ Program Manager
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2021
very interesting guided project, easy to be understood for beginner
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