Comments for Programme & Project Management http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog Thu, 02 Dec 2010 04:00:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Comment on Is PRINCE2 suitable for me? by Lake ~in~the~ Attic http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/prince2-project-management/is-prince2-suitable-for-me/comment-page-1#comment-1447 Lake ~in~the~ Attic Thu, 02 Dec 2010 04:00:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/prince2-project-management/is-prince2-suitable-for-me#comment-1447 No but i am more than enough suitable for you my young temptress !!!<br><b>References : </b><br>RAMPANT Leo No but i am more than enough suitable for you my young temptress !!!
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]]> Comment on What is the career path for IT? by Dashes http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-quality-management/what-is-the-career-path-for-it/comment-page-1#comment-1458 Dashes Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:58:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-quality-management/what-is-the-career-path-for-it#comment-1458 just go around fixing/repairing other people's computer problems, and tell them what to do with their own equipment and how to manage their network/computers better. charge $36 to start and more as you get the hang of it. before i started doing it i couldnt believe people were ignorant enough to try to plug a usb cable into an ethernet port but well...i was TOTALY wrong o.0 people NEED your help; cus there are a LOT of people out there that know jack didilee crap about computers<br><b>References : </b><br> just go around fixing/repairing other people’s computer problems, and tell them what to do with their own equipment and how to manage their network/computers better. charge $36 to start and more as you get the hang of it. before i started doing it i couldnt believe people were ignorant enough to try to plug a usb cable into an ethernet port but well…i was TOTALY wrong o.0

people NEED your help; cus there are a LOT of people out there that know jack didilee crap about computers
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]]> Comment on What type of engineer could i be with all these quilfications? by Ami http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-techniques/what-type-of-engineer-could-i-be-with-all-these-quilfications/comment-page-1#comment-1441 Ami Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:32:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-techniques/what-type-of-engineer-could-i-be-with-all-these-quilfications#comment-1441 Its hard to say without knowing the levels achived in each of the skills mentiond, but some sort of project design teams with a mechanical base will probally suit you. But with engineering its more of what you think you can give to a team , you are more likey to perform better in a sector of engineering that you want to go into! with the skills you have most are open to you<br><b>References : </b><br> Its hard to say without knowing the levels achived in each of the skills mentiond, but some sort of project design teams with a mechanical base will probally suit you. But with engineering its more of what you think you can give to a team , you are more likey to perform better in a sector of engineering that you want to go into! with the skills you have most are open to you
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]]> Comment on Is PRINCE2 suitable for me? by Catwoman http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/prince2-project-management/is-prince2-suitable-for-me/comment-page-1#comment-1446 Catwoman Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:28:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/prince2-project-management/is-prince2-suitable-for-me#comment-1446 I would definitely say that PRINCE2 is suitable for you. I work with people who studied this course earlier on this year and they don't have any project management experience only project co-ordinator experience. Just remember to do a lot of revision for the exams.<br><b>References : </b><br> I would definitely say that PRINCE2 is suitable for you.
I work with people who studied this course earlier on this year and they don’t have any project management experience only project co-ordinator experience.
Just remember to do a lot of revision for the exams.
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]]> Comment on What’s the best option for a minor to go with my major in computer science? by ConnorWilhem3 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-resource-management/whats-the-best-option-for-a-minor-to-go-with-my-major-in-computer-science/comment-page-1#comment-1455 ConnorWilhem3 Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:24:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-resource-management/whats-the-best-option-for-a-minor-to-go-with-my-major-in-computer-science#comment-1455 I have my own company in IT consulting and if you want to get into IT and make tons of money, then you should major in minor in accounting. Accounting in school is the only thing on that list that you can't teach yourself. There is NO reason you should major in web design if you're a CS major. Web design classes will bore you and provide no challenge. I'm sure HTML, .NET and java are things you could easily teach yourself. Make sure you're not doing extra schooling for this minor. Graduate on time and get WORK EXPERIENCE. Also the best paying IT applications are in financial systems. If you had an accounting degree, that would be amazing... Management and project management will not be taken seriously by companies because you won't have experience in this. Wait until you get experience and then get a PMP if you really like it.<br><b>References : </b><br> I have my own company in IT consulting and if you want to get into IT and make tons of money, then you should major in minor in accounting.

Accounting in school is the only thing on that list that you can’t teach yourself. There is NO reason you should major in web design if you’re a CS major. Web design classes will bore you and provide no challenge. I’m sure HTML, .NET and java are things you could easily teach yourself.

Make sure you’re not doing extra schooling for this minor. Graduate on time and get WORK EXPERIENCE.

Also the best paying IT applications are in financial systems. If you had an accounting degree, that would be amazing…

Management and project management will not be taken seriously by companies because you won’t have experience in this. Wait until you get experience and then get a PMP if you really like it.
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]]> Comment on help help help! yoooo? by John C http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-life-cycle/help-help-help-yoooo/comment-page-1#comment-1461 John C Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:07:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-life-cycle/help-help-help-yoooo#comment-1461 Not a scanner question here, which is where it is posted, so I can't answer you!<br><b>References : </b><br> Not a scanner question here, which is where it is posted, so I can’t answer you!
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]]> Comment on Is PRINCE2 suitable for me? by dancing_smurf http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/prince2-project-management/is-prince2-suitable-for-me/comment-page-1#comment-1445 dancing_smurf Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:07:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/prince2-project-management/is-prince2-suitable-for-me#comment-1445 Hi Gingersexbomb, PRINCE stands for PRojects IN a Controlled Environment and there are two levels of certification. The beginning level is called 'foundation' which is suitable for project administrators, those working in a project environment, and managers of small projects. Second type of certification is the 'practitioner' and this is well suited for project managers who are running medium to large size projects. However there are no strict requirements about experience, education, or size of project that determines what type of certification is suited to you. This means the decision is entirely up to based on what you feel you need. Basically, the way testing for PRINCE 2 testing is done, you first have to pass the foundation test which is a multiple choice test and must pass it before you can sit the practitioner exam. Practitioner exam, is a scenario based exam in which you write a response. Both exams are based on the "textbook" which is published by the OGC documenting Prince2. Rules regarding how long you have to wait after taking your foundation before taking the practitioner test does not exist. I have seen authorized testing centers and authorized training providers that allow you to take both tests on the same day. Should you pass the exam the question becomes how long each certificate is valid? I believe the foundation certificate in valid indefinitely and the practitioner I believe is only valid for five year. With that said, I know in the UK you can self-study for the practitioner exam and the foundation exam. Self-studying means you can study on your own and take the test from an authorized testing center. The cost of self-study is a fraction of what it would cost if you went to a class. Finally in answer to your question, I feel the foundation certificate would be worth your time and then once you gain some more experience then taking the practitioner exam would be worth it.<br><b>References : </b><br> Hi Gingersexbomb,

PRINCE stands for PRojects IN a Controlled Environment and there are two levels of certification. The beginning level is called ‘foundation’ which is suitable for project administrators, those working in a project environment, and managers of small projects. Second type of certification is the ‘practitioner’ and this is well suited for project managers who are running medium to large size projects. However there are no strict requirements about experience, education, or size of project that determines what type of certification is suited to you. This means the decision is entirely up to based on what you feel you need.

Basically, the way testing for PRINCE 2 testing is done, you first have to pass the foundation test which is a multiple choice test and must pass it before you can sit the practitioner exam. Practitioner exam, is a scenario based exam in which you write a response. Both exams are based on the "textbook" which is published by the OGC documenting Prince2. Rules regarding how long you have to wait after taking your foundation before taking the practitioner test does not exist. I have seen authorized testing centers and authorized training providers that allow you to take both tests on the same day. Should you pass the exam the question becomes how long each certificate is valid? I believe the foundation certificate in valid indefinitely and the practitioner I believe is only valid for five year.

With that said, I know in the UK you can self-study for the practitioner exam and the foundation exam. Self-studying means you can study on your own and take the test from an authorized testing center. The cost of self-study is a fraction of what it would cost if you went to a class. Finally in answer to your question, I feel the foundation certificate would be worth your time and then once you gain some more experience then taking the practitioner exam would be worth it.
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]]> Comment on How many days do these house building steps take? by Patrick http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-steps/how-many-days-do-these-house-building-steps-take/comment-page-1#comment-1460 Patrick Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:05:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-steps/how-many-days-do-these-house-building-steps-take#comment-1460 Ok, First of all, some of the tasks are categories and some are sub categories... 1) Site Clearing includes tree removal, general excavation (and fill if necessary), trenching, and general Grading, possibly basic excavation for utilities. Count on at least 4 days in summer and good weather... Allow two days for rain... Most of these tasks will run concurrently, not consecutively... 2) Foundation construction will include the rest of the list... Depending on the size of the structure, count on 3 days for a typical house and pour concrete on the fourth day... Again most of the tasks will run concurrently... This comes from my experience with several Cement finishers... A good team will be cleaning up the area on the fourth evening... They will usually return about a week later to break out the forms... Final utility installation will be last... That is installing a service pole and turning on the elec for the framing crews... Water/sewer will be at the very end of the job... usually just before landscaping... But for the sake of each individual task here is what I would estimate; Site clearing - 2 days with heavy equipment Removal of trees- dependent on how many and size of the trees 2 days General excavation- 2 days Grading general area- 1 day Foundation construction- 4 days Excavation for utility trenches- 1 day Placing formwork and reinforcement for concrete- 2 days Installing sewer lines- 1 day Installing other utilities- 1 day Pouring concrete- Must be done in start to finish in one day, because once pouring starts it can't be stopped and restarted Excavate trench- 1 day Place formwork- 2 days Place reinforcing- 1 day (usually a good team of rod busters will have the reinforcement complete by just after lunch... on the 3rd day... They may have the Rebar and mesh ready before the forms are completed, if so then they will want to start placing them as soon as the formsetters are out of the way... This applies to a typical house foundation, and you should allow a little more time for a larger structure... But typically a larger building project would just have more workers... Hope this helps<br><b>References : </b><br> Ok, First of all, some of the tasks are categories and some are sub categories…

1) Site Clearing includes tree removal, general excavation (and fill if necessary), trenching, and general Grading, possibly basic excavation for utilities. Count on at least 4 days in summer and good weather… Allow two days for rain… Most of these tasks will run concurrently, not consecutively…

2) Foundation construction will include the rest of the list… Depending on the size of the structure, count on 3 days for a typical house and pour concrete on the fourth day…
Again most of the tasks will run concurrently…

This comes from my experience with several Cement finishers… A good team will be cleaning up the area on the fourth evening… They will usually return about a week later to break out the forms…

Final utility installation will be last… That is installing a service pole and turning on the elec for the framing crews… Water/sewer will be at the very end of the job… usually just before landscaping…

But for the sake of each individual task here is what I would estimate;
Site clearing – 2 days with heavy equipment
Removal of trees- dependent on how many and size of the trees 2 days
General excavation- 2 days
Grading general area- 1 day
Foundation construction- 4 days
Excavation for utility trenches- 1 day
Placing formwork and reinforcement for concrete- 2 days
Installing sewer lines- 1 day
Installing other utilities- 1 day
Pouring concrete- Must be done in start to finish in one day, because once pouring starts it can’t be stopped and restarted
Excavate trench- 1 day
Place formwork- 2 days
Place reinforcing- 1 day (usually a good team of rod busters will have the reinforcement complete by just after lunch… on the 3rd day… They may have the Rebar and mesh ready before the forms are completed, if so then they will want to start placing them as soon as the formsetters are out of the way…

This applies to a typical house foundation, and you should allow a little more time for a larger structure… But typically a larger building project would just have more workers…

Hope this helps
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]]> Comment on What’s the best option for a minor to go with my major in computer science? by Mr. T http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-resource-management/whats-the-best-option-for-a-minor-to-go-with-my-major-in-computer-science/comment-page-1#comment-1454 Mr. T Thu, 02 Dec 2010 03:03:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-resource-management/whats-the-best-option-for-a-minor-to-go-with-my-major-in-computer-science#comment-1454 Language, Language, Language. if you want to get really far in computer science you'll probably be going back to school for a masters. If you want to put yourself ahead of the game now - become as fluent as possible in another language. If you think there is any chance you could work on a more difficult language such as any of the Asian languages - you'll be a must hire when get out into the 'real world.'<br><b>References : </b><br>I work in higher education. Language, Language, Language. if you want to get really far in computer science you’ll probably be going back to school for a masters. If you want to put yourself ahead of the game now – become as fluent as possible in another language. If you think there is any chance you could work on a more difficult language such as any of the Asian languages – you’ll be a must hire when get out into the ‘real world.’
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]]> Comment on Project Management Body of Knowledge ? by beppi http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-program/project-management-body-of-knowledge/comment-page-1#comment-1448 beppi Thu, 02 Dec 2010 02:58:59 +0000 http://www.adaptaproject.com/blog/project-management-program/project-management-body-of-knowledge#comment-1448 Both are lacking in many areas. Project Management can be learnt from practise only, not from theory!<br><b>References : </b><br> Both are lacking in many areas. Project Management can be learnt from practise only, not from theory!
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