APPLY PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES
ISCED UNIT CODE: 0688 451 05A
TVET CDACC UNIT CODE: ICT/CU/SD/CC/03/5/MA
UNIT DESCRIPTION:
This unit covers the competencies required to apply project management principles. It
involves executing project initiation, performing project planning, performing project
monitoring, and performing project closure.
ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key outcomes that make up These are assessable statements which specify the
workplace functions required level of performance for each of the
elements
(Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
range)
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1.1 Project scope is identified as per user
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1. Execute project initiation
requirements.
1.2 Project deliverables are determined as per user
requirements.
1.3 Project objectives are identified as per user
requirements as per user requirements.
1.4 Project initiation document (PID) is prepared
as per work procedures.
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2. Perform project planning
2.1 Project budget is prepared as per work
requirements.
2.2 Project schedule is determined as per work
deliverables.
2.3 Project resources are allocated as per budget.
2.4 Project work breakdown structures are
determined as per project schedule.
2.5 Project quality plan is prepared as per
workplace procedures.
2.6 Project team is formed as per project
requirements.
2.7 Roles and responsibilities are assigned as per
project requirements.
2.8 Project plan is prepared as per work
procedures.
3. Perform project monitoring
3.1 Project costs are tracked as per project budget.
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3.2 Project deliverables and objectives are
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monitored as per quality standards.
3.3 Project team performance is monitored as per
work plan.
3.4 Project risks are assessed as per quality plan.
3.5 Project risks are managed as per quality plan.
4. Perform project closure 4.1 Project review is performed as a project plan.
4.2 Final project budget is reviewed as per project
plan.
4.3 Detailed project review report is prepared as
per work procedures.
RANGE
This section provides a work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for a different work environment and situations that will affect performance.
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Variable Range
1. Quality standards may include
● ISO 9001:2015
but are not limited to:
2. Project initiation document
● Comprehensive document that outlines the
(PID) may be defined as:
foundation and key aspects of a project. It
serves as a reference point throughout the
project lifecycle and provides essential
information to stakeholders.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit of competency.
Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
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● Collecting project data
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● Creating project plan
● Managing project tasks
● Managing project resources
● Manage project team
Required skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
● Active listening
● Basic ICT skills
● Decision making
● Problem solving skills
● Planning
● Interpersonal skills
● Time management
● Report writing
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance
criteria, required knowledge, and skills range.
1. Critical Aspects of
Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency
1.1 Executed project initiation
1.2 Performed project planning.
1.3 Performed project monitoring.
1.4 Performed project closure.
2. Resource Implications The following resources must be provided:
2.1 Access to relevant workplace where assessment can
take place.
2.2 Appropriately simulated environment where assessment
can take place.
2.3 Resources relevant to the proposed activity or tasks.
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment
3.1 Portfolio of evidence
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3.2 Observation
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3.3 Case study
3.4 Projects
3.5 Written tests
3.6 Interviews
3.7 Third party report
3.8 Practical assessment
4. Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed:
4.1 On-the-job
4.2 In a simulated work environment
5. Guidance information 5.1 Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the
for assessment industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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