ITC 31000 - Information Technology Project Management

This course provides an introduction to the process and methodology of managing the assets and resources on an Information Technology (IT) project. Topics covered will be the role of the project manager, IT project lifecycle and phases, IT project management methodology, how to develop and monitor a project plan/schedule and effective project management communications. Students will also be introduced to the concepts of managing scope, time, cost, quality, risk and human resources in relation to an IT project. Students will use a popular project management software tool for case studies and homework.

Preparation for Course
P: ITC 11000.

Cr. 3.
Notes
Departmental permission required.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Understand the foundations of project management and how they apply to Information Technology (IT).
2. Understand the various roles and responsibilities of team members in an IT project.
3. Manage time, cost, scope and quality of an IT project.
4. Understand how to effectively use human resources in the management of an IT project.
5. Identify and mitigate risk in an IT project.
6. Understand the necessity and methods of communication in a project setting.
7. Develop a project plan and use project management software.
8. Understand how to evaluate and select IT projects.
9. Be familiar with current trends in IT project management.