Primavera P6 Software Training Course (Recorded)

Primavera P6 is a powerful project management tool provided by Oracle. It is widely used across various industries such as construction, mining, IT, and more. Some of the advantages of using Primavera P6 include:

1. Project Planning and Control: Primavera P6 allows project managers to create, update, and manage project schedules, track progress, allocate resources, and manage costs effectively.
2. Collaboration and Information Sharing: The software enables collaboration among multiple teams working on a project and allows for real-time sharing of project information online.
3. Reporting and Analysis: Primavera P6 provides robust reporting tools that help project managers make informed decisions by offering detailed insights into project performance.

Advantages of Mastering Primavera P6

In general, mastering Primavera P6 is considered a valuable skill for project managers and project management professionals, as it is a key tool in planning and executing complex projects across various industries.

Resume

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 serves as a competitive advantage on a resume.
• Experience and expertise with this software are recognized as valuable and specialized skills in the project management field.
• Large companies in Canada often seek individuals with experience in using Primavera P6.
• Holding certifications related to Primavera P6 can further enhance the value of a resume.

Income

• Project managers and planning/control specialists proficient in Primavera P6 typically earn higher salaries in Canada compared to those without this skill.
• Salaries for roles such as project manager, planning, and project control experts who are skilled in Primavera P6 tend to be higher.
• In sectors like construction, energy, and mining, where Primavera P6 is widely used, this skill can significantly boost earnings.
• Given the high demand for Primavera P6 specialists in Canada, mastering this software can create better job opportunities.

Who is this software for?

1. Project Managers
2. Planning and controlling large and complex projects.
3. Allocating and managing resources.
4. Tracking project progress and generating reports.
5. Engineers and Technical Specialists
6. Defining and managing project activities.
7. Creating calendars and time divisions.
8. Allocating resources and calculating workload.
9. Suppliers and Contractors
10. Managing their own projects.
11. Coordinating with the main project manager.
12. Tracking progress and providing updates.
13. Clients and Investors
14. Monitoring project progress.
15. Analyzing alignment with the project timeline and budget.
16. Receiving management reports.

Course Description

The course will cover the following key topics:

• Fundamentals and Calculations of the Critical Path Network:
• Introduction to Gantt and S-curve diagrams and their application with weighting concepts.
• Project Activity Extraction Algorithm:
• How to extract and define project activities efficiently.
• Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) in Excel:
• Defining and organizing CBS using Excel.
• Estimating Project Cash Flow:
• Creating an estimated project cash flow in the early stages of a project with Excel and normal distribution.
• Introduction to Primavera Software Environment:
• Setting up and navigating the Primavera P6 environment.
• Software Configuration and Settings:
• Configuring the software for project needs and preferences.
• Organizational Project Structure:
• How to build the organizational structure of projects.
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS):
• Creating and organizing a project WBS in Primavera.
• Creating Calendars:
• Setting up calendars for project scheduling.
• Activities and Relationships:
• Defining activities and their relationships in the project.
• Project Document and Cost Management:
• Managing documents, project records, and costs independent of resources.
• Creating Different Views to Display Project Activities:
• Creating visual representations of project activities.
• Roles and Resources:
• Defining project roles and resource allocation.
• Work Quantities and Weighting Activities:
• Assigning work quantities and weighting to project activities.
• Base Schedule Creation for Updates:
• Developing a baseline schedule and updating it throughout the project.
• Project Updates:
• How to update the project and its activities.
• Handling Delays and Creating Future Claims:
• Documenting and saving project delays for potential future claims.
• Progress Reporting:
• Creating progress reports using S-curve charts and comparing the actual schedule to the target schedule, showing deviations.
• Displaying the Critical Path:
• Showing the critical path in various project views.

Course Project

This course will include two practical projects:

• Project 1: A hypothetical project designed for student training.
• Project 2: A real project from the construction of two breakwaters for the Canadian Navy, with photos from the execution stages.

Course Certificate

At the end of the course, all participants will receive a certificate from Fanavaran. By including this certificate in your resume, you can demonstrate that you possess the required knowledge and skills for related job positions.