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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: IT Staff and Managers Network and systems personnel and engineers Small to mid-sized organizations that require fundamental knowledge on networking terms/concepts and configuration guidance for Meraki equipment. This also includes organizations looking to implement remote sites, provide a guest wireless solution, and collect user analytics. Overview Following completion of this course, students will understand, Install, Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot the following: Navigate and Configure the dashboard Add MX/MR/MS/MV devices to the Dashboard Understand and Configure Configuration Templates Understand and Configure Group Policies Manage/Configure/Integrate Users and Radius Policies Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot MR Access Points Monitor Meraki Network Health Troubleshoot devices and Connectivity This 3-day Cisco course provide students with the skills to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot a Cisco Meraki solution. Students will learn how to install and optimize Meraki MR Access Points. Students will also learn how to configure the Meraki Dashboard, troubleshoot and configure the Meraki environment and learn how to diagnose and resolve user and Network issues that may arise. Introduction to Meraki The Meraki Mission Cisco Meraki: Bringing the Cloud to Enterprise Networks Cloud-Managed Networking Architecture Benefits of a Cloud-Based Solution The Meraki Full Stack: New and Unique Value Proposition Meraki Deployment ? How it works Why Customers Choose Meraki Meraki MS Switches Overview Meraki MX Security Appliances Overview Meraki SD-WAN Overview Meraki MR Wireless Access Points Overview Cisco Meraki Systems Manager Overview Cisco Meraki MV Vision Security Cameras Overview Meraki API Overview Meraki Licensing Enterprise Support Cisco Meraki Documentation Cloud Management with the Meraki Dashboard The Meraki Dashboard Dashboard: Organizational Structure Out-of-band Cloud Management Loss of Connectivity to the Cisco Meraki Cloud Meraki Dashboard Logins Create Dashboard Accounts and Organization MSP Logins - Manage Multiple Organizations Modify an Organization View Organizations Health Meraki Dashboard Best Practices Dashboard Search Meraki Help Organizational Wide Settings Configure Monitor Create and Manage Configuration Templates Network-Wide Settings Configure Meraki MR Wireless Meraki MR Wireless Overview Meraki 2.5G Multigigabit (MGig) Wireless Meraki Mesh Routing Meraki?s solution for RF Environments Securing Guest Wireless Bluetooth Integrated Analytics Meraki Location Heatmap High Density Wireless Zero-Touch Provisioning for Wireless Dedicated Scanning Radio for Rouges and Interference Mounting indoor and Outdoor Antennas Meraki MR Licensing IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Standards Site Survey & Design for ensuring connectivity and user experience Meraki AP Models Overview Configuring Meraki APs Configuring SSIDs Firewall & Traffic Shaping Configuration for Wireless Monitoring Meraki APs Trouble Shooting

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: IT Staff and Managers Network and systems personnel and engineers Small to mid-sized organizations that require fundamental knowledge on networking terms/concepts and configuration guidance for Meraki equipment. This also includes organizations looking to implement remote sites, provide a guest wireless solution, and collect user analytics. Overview Following completion of this course, students will understand, Install, Configure, monitor, and Troubleshoot the following: Navigate and Configure the dashboard Add MX/MR/MS/MV devices to the Dashboard Understand and Configure Configuration Templates Understand and Configure Group Policies Manage/Configure/Integrate Users and Radius Policies Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot MX Firewalls Troubleshoot devices and Connectivity This 3-day Cisco course provide students with the skills to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot a Cisco Meraki solution. Students will learn how to install and optimize Meraki MX Firewalls. Students will also learn how to configure the Meraki Dashboard Students will troubleshoot and configure the Meraki environment and learn how to diagnose and resolve user and Network issues that may arise. Introduction to Meraki The Meraki Mission Cisco Meraki: Bringing the Cloud to Enterprise Networks Cloud-Managed Networking Architecture Benefits of a Cloud-Based Solution The Meraki Full Stack: New and Unique Value Proposition Meraki Deployment ? How it works Why Customers Choose Meraki Meraki MS Switches Overview Meraki MX Security Appliances Overview Meraki SD-WAN Overview Meraki MR Wireless Access Points Overview Cisco Meraki Systems Manager Overview Cisco Meraki MV Vision Security Cameras Overview Meraki API Overview Meraki Licensing Enterprise Support Cisco Meraki Documentation Cloud Management with the Meraki Dashboard The Meraki Dashboard Dashboard: Organizational Structure Out-of-band Cloud Management Loss of Connectivity to the Cisco Meraki Cloud Meraki Dashboard Logins Create Dashboard Accounts and Organization MSP Logins - Manage Multiple Organizations Modify an Organization View Organizations Health Meraki Dashboard Best Practices Dashboard Search Meraki Help Organizational Wide Settings Configure Monitor Create and Manage Configuration Templates Network-Wide Settings Configure Meraki MX Security Benefits of a Cloud Managed Security Solution Threat Management Solution Advanced Security Licenses Reliable, Cost Effective Connectivity with Meraki SD-WAN Site-to-Site VPN (Auto VPN) High Availability and Path Redundancy Application-Aware Intelligent Path Control Traffic Monitoring and Analytics Integrating Active Directory Cisco Meraki MX Models and Features Configuring the Local Status Page Adding Appliance to Network Device Configuration Configuring the Warm Spare Feature Device Tags & Notes Configuring Addressing & VLANs DHCP Server Configuration and Options Meraki Firewall Configuration Meraki Site-to-Site VPN One Arm VPN Concentrator Configuration Meraki Client VPN Meraki Active Directory Integration Meraki Access Control Meraki Splash Page Configuration Configuring Access Policies Teleworker VPN/L3 Roaming

This course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the requirements of the CDM Regulations 2015 and how these should be implemented in practice. The Regulations are put in context with other key health and safety legislation. The programme sets out clearly the roles and responsibilities of the principal duty holders and explores with the participants how these roles may vary on different types of project and procurement routes. The programme examines the content and appropriate level of information that should be included in the Pre-Construction Information and the Construction Phase Plan. The trainer will discuss best practice in implementing CDM through the new 2015 Regulations and Guidance. This course is essential for anyone who is involved in the procurement, planning, design or implementation of construction work. The course will provide you with: An overview of construction health and safety law, liability and enforcement A detailed understanding of the 2015 CDM Regulations and the part they play with other key legislation An explanation of the roles and responsibilities of all duty holders and the requirements for the CDM documentation Clear advice on current best practice for complying with the principles of the CDM Regulations and the changes introduced by the 2015 Regulations An understanding of how risk assessment should be applied practically throughout the design and how this responsibility is then transferred to contractors 1 Introduction Why manage health and safety? The costs of accidents Construction industry statistics Why CDM? Health and safety culture in the construction industry 2 Overview of health and safety law and liabilities Criminal and civil law Liability Enforcement and prosecution Compliance - how far do we go? Statutory duties 3 Health and safety law in construction Framework of relevant legislation Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 Who is responsible for the risks created by construction work? Shared workplaces/shared responsibilities Control of contractors - importance of contract law 4 Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 Scope - What is construction? Application - When do they apply? The CDM Management System Duty holders (Client, Domestic Client, Designer, Principal Designer, Principal Contractor, Contractor) Documents (HSE Notification, Pre-Construction Information, Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan, H&S File) Management process The 2015 Guidance 5 Best practice - key issues in the CDM process The client and client management arrangements Competence and resource under CDM 2015 The role of the Principal Designer in practice Design risk assessment and the role of the Designer The CDM Documents (PCI, PCI Pack, Plan and File) Construction health, safety and welfare Making CDM work in practice 6 Questions, discussion and review

This course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the requirements of the CDM Regulations 2015 and how these should be implemented in practice. The Regulations are put in context with other key health and safety legislation. The programme sets out clearly the roles and responsibilities of the principal duty holders and explores with the participants how these roles may vary on different types of project and procurement routes. The programme examines the content and appropriate level of information that should be included in the Pre-Construction Information and the Construction Phase Plan. The trainer will discuss best practice in implementing CDM through the new 2015 Regulations and Guidance. This course is essential for anyone who is involved in the procurement, planning, design or implementation of construction work. The course will provide you with: An overview of construction health and safety law, liability and enforcement A detailed understanding of the 2015 CDM Regulations and the part they play with other key legislation An explanation of the roles and responsibilities of all duty holders and the requirements for the CDM documentation Clear advice on current best practice for complying with the principles of the CDM Regulations and the changes introduced by the 2015 Regulations An understanding of how risk assessment should be applied practically throughout the design and how this responsibility is then transferred to contractors 1 Introduction Why manage health and safety? The costs of accidents Construction industry statistics Why CDM? Health and safety culture in the construction industry 2 Overview of health and safety law and liabilities Criminal and civil law Liability Enforcement and prosecution Compliance - how far do we go? Statutory duties 3 Health and safety law in construction Framework of relevant legislation Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 Who is responsible for the risks created by construction work? Shared workplaces/shared responsibilities Control of contractors - importance of contract law 4 Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 Scope - What is construction? Application - When do they apply? The CDM Management System Duty holders (Client, Domestic Client, Designer, Principal Designer, Principal Contractor, Contractor) Documents (HSE Notification, Pre-Construction Information, Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan, H&S File) Management process The 2015 Guidance 5 Best practice - key issues in the CDM process The client and client management arrangements Competence and resource under CDM 2015 The role of the Principal Designer in practice Design risk assessment and the role of the Designer The CDM Documents (PCI, PCI Pack, Plan and File) Construction health, safety and welfare Making CDM work in practice 6 Questions, discussion and review

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for IT Professionals who are already experienced in general Windows Server and Windows Client administration, and who want to learn more about using Windows PowerShell for administration. No prior experience with any version of Windows PowerShell, or any scripting language, is assumed. This course is also suitable for IT Professionals already experienced in server administration, including Exchange Server, SharePoint Server, SQL Server, System Center, and others. Overview After completing this course, students will be able to: Describe the functionality of Windows PowerShell and use it to run and find basic commands. Identify and run cmdlets for server administration. Work with Windows PowerShell pipeline. Describe the techniques Windows PowerShell pipeline uses. Use PSProviders and PSDrives to work with other forms of storage. Query system information by using WMI and CIM. Work with variables, arrays, and hash tables. Write basic scripts in Windows PowerShell. Write advanced scripts in Windows PowerShell. Administer remote computers. Use background jobs and scheduled jobs. Use advanced Windows PowerShell techniques. This course provides students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to use Windows PowerShell for administering and automating administration of Windows based servers. Getting Started with Windows PowerShell Overview and Background Understanding command syntax Finding commands Lab : Configuring Windows PowerShell Lab : Finding and Running Basic Commands Cmdlets for administration Active Directory administration cmdlets Network configuration cmdlets Other server administration cmdlets Lab : Windows Administration Working with the Windows PowerShell pipeline Understanding the Pipeline Selecting, Sorting, and Measuring Objects Filtering Objects Out of the Pipeline Enumerating Objects in the Pipeline Sending pipeline data as output Lab : Using the Pipeline Lab : Filtering Objects Lab : Enumerating Objects Lab : Sending output to a file Understanding How the Pipeline Works Passing the pipeline data Advanced considerations for pipeline data Lab : Working with Pipeline Parameter Binding Using PSProviders and PSDrives Using PSProviders Using PSDrives Lab : Using PSProviders and PSDrives Querying Management Information by Using WMI and CIM Understanding WMI and CIM Querying Data with WMI and CIM Making changes with WMI/CIM Lab : Working with WMI and CIM Working with variables, arrays, and hash tables Using variables Manipulating variables Manipulating arrays and hash tables Lab : Working with variables Basic scripting Introduction to scripting Scripting constructs Importing data from files Lab : Basic scripting Advanced scripting Accepting user input Overview of script documentation Troubleshooting and error handling Functions and modules Lab : Accepting data from users Lab : Implementing functions and modules Administering Remote Computers Using basic Windows PowerShell remoting Using advanced Windows PowerShell remoting techniques Using PSSessions Lab : Using basic remoting Lab : Using PSSessions Using Background Jobs and Scheduled Jobs Using Background Jobs Using Scheduled Jobs Lab : Using Background Jobs and Scheduled Jobs Using advanced Windows PowerShell techniques Creating profile scripts Using advanced techniques Lab : Practicing advanced techniques Lab : Practicing script development (optional)

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Any Managed Service Provider who is designing VMware SD-WAN solutions or managing SD-WAN networks for their customers. Overview By the end of this course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Explain VMware SD-WAN architecture Outline VMware SD-WAN key components Discuss various Managed Service Provider (MSP) use cases and deployment options Deploy VMware SD-WAN Gateway, and VMware SD-WAN Edge Manage VMware SD-WAN Cloud VPN Design VMware SD-WAN for performance and scalability Configure the Partner Gateway handoff Customers demand a scalable, secure, and manageable VMware SD-WAN? by VeloCloud©. To deliver a successful solution you must understand VMware SD-WAN architecture, know how the features can solve customer use cases, and be able to design a VMware SD-WAN that can be easily deployed, managed, and expanded. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Architecture and Core Features Evaluate the current state of the enterprise WAN and limitations for growth Describe the key components and features of the VMware SD-WAN architecture Explain VMware SD-WAN component placement and interactions between components List VMware SD-WAN core value differentiators Describe VMware SD-WAN core features Evaluate the effect of VMware SD-WAN differentiators on a SD-WAN site deployment VMware SD-WAN MSP use Cases, Deployment Models, and License Models Compare VMware SD-WAN use cases List VMware SD-WAN deployment models Describe each VMware SD-WAN license model Zero Touch Provisioning Provision VMware SD-WAN Edges Describe the workflow of a VMware SD-WAN Edge activation. Provision a VMware SD-WAN Virtual Edge on VMware ESXi VMware SD-WAN Cloud VPN Configure the VMware SD-WAN Cloud VPN Consider the availability settings when deploying a Cloud VPN Describe the packet flow in a Cloud VPN Routing and Branch Design Control SD-WAN overlay and underlay route advertisement Overlay flow control Describe best practices when designing VMware SD-WAN with BGP Evaluate branch design options VMware SD-WAN Security Explain VMware SD-WAN security architecture Describe VMware SD-WAN Edge security capabilities High Availability Designs Distinguish between Standard and Enhanced High Availability (HA) and Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) Designing for Performance and Scale List the SD-WAN factors that influence scalability and performance Describe VMware SD-WAN Edge Clustering Standing up a Partner Gateway Describe VMware SD-WAN Gateway functionality and roles Provision a VMware SD-WAN Gateway from VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator Demonstrate the procedure to install a VMware SD-WAN Gateway on ESXi Describe how BGP works together with a Partner Gateway hand-off MSP Operations and Version Management Identify the appropriate documentation Demonstrate account management Describe the VMware SD-WAN upgrade sequence Demonstrate a VMware SD-WAN Edge and VMware SD-WAN Gateway upgrade

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for IT Professionals who are already experienced in general Windows Server and Windows Client administration, and who want to learn more about using Windows PowerShell for administration. No prior experience with any version of Windows PowerShell, or any scripting language, is assumed. This course is also suitable for IT Professionals already experienced in server administration, including Exchange Server, SharePoint Server, SQL Server, System Center, and others. Overview After completing this course, students will be able to:Describe the functionality of Windows PowerShell and use it to run and find basic commands.Identify and run cmdlets for server administration.Work with Windows PowerShell pipeline.Describe the techniques Windows PowerShell pipeline uses.Use PSProviders and PSDrives to work with other forms of storage.Query system information by using WMI and CIM.Work with variables, arrays, and hash tables.Write basic scripts in Windows PowerShell.Write advanced scripts in Windows PowerShell.Administer remote computers.Use background jobs and scheduled jobs.Use advanced Windows PowerShell techniques. This course provides students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to use Windows PowerShell for administering and automating administration of Windows based servers. Getting Started with Windows PowerShell Overview and Background Understanding command syntax Finding commands Lab : Configuring Windows PowerShell Lab : Finding and Running Basic Commands Cmdlets for administration Active Directory administration cmdlets Network configuration cmdlets Other server administration cmdlets Lab : Windows Administration Working with the Windows PowerShell pipeline Understanding the Pipeline Selecting, Sorting, and Measuring Objects Filtering Objects Out of the Pipeline Enumerating Objects in the Pipeline Sending pipeline data as output Lab : Using the Pipeline Lab : Filtering Objects Lab : Enumerating Objects Lab : Sending output to a file Understanding How the Pipeline Works Passing the pipeline data Advanced considerations for pipeline data Lab : Working with Pipeline Parameter Binding Using PSProviders and PSDrives Using PSProviders Using PSDrives Lab : Using PSProviders and PSDrives Querying Management Information by Using WMI and CIM Understanding WMI and CIM Querying Data with WMI and CIM Making changes with WMI/CIM Lab : Working with WMI and CIM Working with variables, arrays, and hash tables Using variables Manipulating variables Manipulating arrays and hash tables Lab : Working with variables Basic scripting Introduction to scripting Scripting constructs Importing data from files Lab : Basic scripting Advanced scripting Accepting user input Overview of script documentation Troubleshooting and error handling Functions and modules Lab : Accepting data from users Lab : Implementing functions and modules Administering Remote Computers Using basic Windows PowerShell remoting Using advanced Windows PowerShell remoting techniques Using PSSessions Lab : Using basic remoting Lab : Using PSSessions Using Background Jobs and Scheduled Jobs Using Background Jobs Using Scheduled Jobs Lab : Using Background Jobs and Scheduled Jobs Using advanced Windows PowerShell techniques Creating profile scripts Using advanced techniques Lab : Practicing advanced techniques Lab : Practicing script development (optional)

PfMP® Exam Prep: Virtual In-House Training This is an intensive PfMP® Exam preparation course. This learning experience guides you through the multi-faceted discipline of portfolio management by focusing on the related technical, leadership, and business skills required to navigate it in the real world. First and foremost, this is an intensive PfMP® exam preparation course. Over the course, we go beyond exam prep to provide selected practice in applying key portfolio management skills, tools, and techniques. This learning experience guides you through the multi-faceted discipline of portfolio management by focusing on the related technical, leadership, and business skills required to navigate it in the real world. The journey zooms in and out between governance context and specific operational activities. The ultimate goal is practical application, with the bonus of certification along the way. What You Will Learn By the end of this program, you will be able to: Align and manage the portfolio, strategically, to satisfy organizational objectives and priorities, through benefit realization Articulate and emulate the role of a portfolio manager Apply the principles and skills of a portfolio manager to your real-world environment Study and prepare for the PfMP® Examination Apply for the certification, per the PMI PfMP Handbook and pass the initial panel review on your application Getting Started Course Overview Details of the PfMP® Certification process Foundation Concepts Projects, program, and portfolios A portfolio management process Strategy and value The role of the portfolio manager The role of key stakeholders Life cycle management The Portfolio Life Cycle Overview of Life Cycle Portfolio Management Information System (PMIS) Governance within the Portfolio Life Cycle Strategic Management Strategy concepts Supporting documentation and the strategic plan Planning and optimization Organizational risk appetite Managing strategic change Governance Management Overview and Guiding Principles The Concept of Governance Effective Design Factors Governance Roles Capacity and Capability Management Overview and Guiding Principles Capacity Management and Planning Supply and Demand (Management and Optimization) Organization Capabilities (Assessment and Development) Performance Management (Reporting, Analytics, and Balance) Stakeholder Engagement The Importance of Stakeholders Overview and Guiding Principles Definition and Identification Analysis and Planning Communications Approaches and Management Value Management Overview (Guiding Principles, Definition, and Components) Negotiating Expected Value Maximizing Value Assuring Value Realizing Value Measuring and Reporting Value A Look at Tools Risk Management Overview and Guiding Principles Portfolio Risk Planning Portfolio Risk Identification Portfolio Risk Assessment Portfolio Risk Response Examination Content Outline (ECO) Overview Structure Strategic Tasks Mapping Governance Tasks Mapping Performance Tasks Mapping Risk Tasks Mapping Communication Tasks Mapping List of Knowledge and Skills Exam Prep and Practice Overview Documenting experience Submitting the application Preparing to sit for the exam

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This advanced course is appropriate for System Administrators, Technical Support Personnel, and Business Partners responsible for implementing LPARs on IBM Power Systems with AIX servers. Overview Discuss the advantages or value of PowerVM edition's featuresDefine micro-partitioning and shared processor LPARsDiscuss the benefits of simultaneous multithreadingDiscuss and configure the Integrated Virtual Ethernet (IVE)Install and configure the Virtual I/O ServerConfigure virtual network devices, such as virtual Ethernet and shared Ethernet adaptersConfigure virtual SCSI and virtual Fibre Channel storage adaptersConfigure virtual SCSI target devices on a virtual SCSI adapterDefine file-backed storage pools and file-backed virtual optical devicesIdentify single points of failure in virtualized environmentsConfigure multiple VIO servers for high availabilityConfigure advanced virtual networking optionsConfigure the shared Ethernet adapter failover featureConfigure advanced virtual SCSI optionsConfigure MPIO in a VIO server's client partitionManage the service events, configure call home, add, exchange FRUs, and discuss FSP failoverPerform PowerVM (VIOS) Maintenance This course explains the new features and benefits of virtualization including processor virtualization, Virtual I/O Server, and virtual devices, such as virtual Ethernet, virtual SCSI, and virtual Fibre Channel adapters. Course Outline Unit 1: Introduction to partitioning Exercise 1: Power Systems documentation overview Unit 2: HMC V8 enhancements Exercise 2: HMC enhanced interface Unit 3: Processor virtualization Exercise 3: Processor virtualization configuration Unit 4: Virtual Ethernet Exercise 4: Virtual Ethernet adapter configuration Unit 5: Virtual I/O Server and Shared Ethernet Adapter Exercise 5: Virtual I/O Server configuration Unit 6: Virtual SCSI devices Exercise 6: Client partition configuration Unit 7: Virtual network configuration with dual VIOS Exercise 7: SEA failover setup Unit 8: Virtual SCSI configurations with dual VIOS Exercise 8: Dual VIO server configuration with MPIO in the client partition Unit 9: Virtual Fibre Channel devices Exercise 9: Virtual Fibre Channel adapter configuration Unit 10: HMC Service Management Exercise 10: Manage service events Unit 11: PowerVM advanced systems maintenance Exercise 11: PowerVM system maintenance Exercise 12: (Optional) File-backed virtual SCSI devices Additional course details: Nexus Humans AN30 IBM Power Systems for AIX - Virtualization I - Implementing Virtualization training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the AN30 IBM Power Systems for AIX - Virtualization I - Implementing Virtualization course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

This programme concentrates on the core planning skills needed to develop sound practical project plans in a team environment. This enables the plan to be modified should requirements change or difficulties arise. The programme also gives participants the confidence to practise those skills and apply them in the work environment and deliver their projects more successfully in the future. Participants learn fundamental project management concepts and terminology, demystifying the project management process, and, in particular, how to: Break a project down into manageable sections and ensure nothing is left out Understand and apply estimating techniques to develop realistic estimates Sequence work effectively and carry out critical path analysis to determine project duration and which tasks to pay closest attention to Manage project risk effectively to protect project value Monitor, control and re-plan the project to best keep it on track Close out the project and ensure the project comes to an orderly end 1 Introduction Self-introductions and personal objectives Course objectives Sharing of project issues 2 Project management concepts Characteristics of a project and what should be kept as operational responsibilities Understanding the triple and quadruple constraints - and their limitations Prioritising requirements through the MOSCOW technique Product v project life cycle Key project roles and responsibilities - the importance of sponsorship and clarity of roles 3 Starting a project, and the importance of the terms of reference / project brief Avoiding the pressure to 'just do it'! The importance and benefits of planning The best time to learn! Initial project documentation - the BOSCARDI approach 4 Breaking the work down Understanding alternative breakdown structures such as the product breakdown structure and work breakdown structure Guidelines for creating a work breakdown structure to ensure the full work scope is identified 5 Estimating Alternative estimating techniques and associated confidence levels Further considerations - loss and resource factors 6 Organising the work Use of network diagrams to develop a clear sequence of work Critical path analysis and calculating the project duration and task float - and usage 7 The management of project risk Understanding the nature of project risk The risk analysis and risk management processes How to best manage threats and opportunities Running a risk workshop Using the risk register 8 Scheduling the work The importance of the Gantt chart and understanding its limitations The Gantt chart layout and using alternative views such as the tracking Gantt Using alternative dependencies 9 Resource issues Assigning resources and resolving resource overloads Crashing and fast-tracking your project and potential issues to look out for 10 Controlling the project The control cycle and alternative feedback mechanisms Alternative progress reporting Assessing the impact The importance of re-planning The benefits of control Change control - the importance of impact analysis The steps of change control and the use of the issue register 11 Closing the project The project closure checklist Reviewing the project - things to avoid Developing meaningful lessons and ensuring they are applied effectively The post-project review - its importance to the organisation