Curriculum Overview
Updated to the latest version of PMI's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK version 4) specifications, the CAPM® Project Management Fundamentals title provides the foundation for the successful start-up, planning, and implementation of projects of any size and scope. Clear, easy-to-follow steps create a dynamic learning experience for professionals with little or no project management experience, as well as those with moderate experience as either the leader or member of a project team. The improved quality of presentation, and contemporary look and feel of this suite of courses further enhance the eLearning experience.
At a Glance
Certification: PDU Credits: 20 PDUs
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Prerequisites: None
Skill Level: Entry & intermediate level
Target Audience: Professionals who need to manage or work on a project.
Courses
Here is a complete informational listing of the courses in the CAPM® Project Management Fundamentals curriculum.
Project Start-Up (PM001)
| Duration | Course | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 hrs | Overview of Project Management | This course differentiates the characteristics and basic principles of a project from those of an operational process. |
| 3 hrs | Initiating a Project | This course identifies the essential communication and organizational skills required to ensure a successful project launch. |
Project Planning (PM002)
| Duration | Course | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hr | Planning Project Scope | This course provides learners with a foundation to define a high-level project scope statement from which the project can be broken down into manageable activities. |
| 2.5 hrs | Planning Project Activities | This course helps learners to create and use tools, such as network diagrams and Gantt charts, to effectively manage projects by visually representing the activities within them. |
| 2.5 hrs | Planning Project Costs | This course provides learners with a methodology for developing a personnel skills resource matrix as a first step toward estimating project costs. Multiple budgeting strategies are provided to assist course participants in applying their skills to a variety of business environments. |
Project Implementation (PM003)
| Duration | Course | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 3 hrs | Executing a Project | This course describes the essential information that team leaders must communicate to the team members. Key messages are reviewed to coordinate and lead cohesive, high-energy teams. |
| 1.5 hrs | Monitoring & Controlling a Project | This course provides a series of change management techniques that will help project teams quickly identify problems and appropriate resolutions. |
| 1 hr | Closing a Project | This course details the final documentation procedures and customer acceptance practices necessary to ensure successful contract closure. |
Deployment Options
eLearning System curriculum (Internet)- 20 hours eLearning
- 8 Courses (16 hours), each including Self Check Assessment
- On-line Resources (3 hours) - Job Aids, Glossary, Recommended Reading Lists, Web Links, Archived Virtual Classes
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- Mastery Assessment
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- Course, including Self Check Assessment
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- American English
System Requirements
- All Microsoft Windows operating systems are supported.
- All Internet Explorer browsers are supported above version 4.0.
- Only version 4.7 of the Netscape browser is supported.
- Adobe Flash Player version 9 or higher is required.
- Adobe Reader plugin is required to view some Curriculum Resources.
- To participate in the Virtual Classes, or play back the archived classes then the Centra client software is required.
- A sound card is required to hear audio.
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