PROJMGNT 7024OL - Complex Project Management 1
Online - Quadmester 1 - 2016
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PROJMGNT 7024OL Course Complex Project Management 1 Coordinating Unit Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation & Innov Centre Term Quadmester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Online Units 3 Contact Approximately 4 hours per week over 10 weeks (interaction & preparation) Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Prerequisites PROJMGNT 5021 Assessment Assignments, reports Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Graciela Corral de Zubielqui
Teaching staff:
Term 3 OnlineName: Associate Professor Indra Gunawan
Associate Professor Indra Gunawan received his PhD in Industrial Engineering and MSc in Construction Management from Northeastern University, USA. Prior to joining the 成人大片, he was a program coordinator for Maintenance and Reliability Engineering at Monash University. Previously he has also taught in the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering atAuckland University of Technology, New Zealand and worked as the Head of Systems Engineering and Management program at Malaysia University of Science and Technology (in collaboration with the MIT, USA). His current research interests include systemreliability modelling, maintenance optimisation, project management, applications of operations research, and operations management. He is actively involved in the Asset Management Council, a technical society of Engineers Australia.indra.gunawan@adelaide.edu.au
Email:
Phone: +61 (8) 8313 3255Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1Know and understand the latest research and development of complex systems and how they contrast with the development of linear based projects 2 Competently apply research and professional practice tools to a range of contemporary issue such as enterprise transformation, contribution to social, political , economic issues, addressing climate change, terrorism, the global financial crises and disputes between waring communities 3 Identification and use of the latest research findings on complex systems 4 Apply SoS research in the development of potential solutions to contemporary issue such as those listed in 2. 5 Explain and gain resolution of issues and provide confidence to stakeholders 6 Recognise that different interpersonal skills are required on complex projects 7 Use state-of-the-art processes and techniques developed in defence, IT&T, software industries and social issues 8 Recognise that complex systems is a developing discipline and commitment to keep up to date 9 Lead project teams to bring them from a linear project perspective to a complex project perspective 10 Recognise and practice maintenance of ethical, social and cultural standards on projects. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Deep discipline knowledge
- informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
- acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
- accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
1-10 Critical thinking and problem solving
- steeped in research methods and rigor
- based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
- demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
1-4, 7-8 Teamwork and communication skills
- developed from, with, and via the SGDE
- honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
- encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
5-6, 9-10 Career and leadership readiness
- technology savvy
- professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
- forward thinking and well informed
- tested and validated by work based experiences
9-10 Intercultural and ethical competency
- adept at operating in other cultures
- comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
- able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
- demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
5-6, 9-10 Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
- open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
- able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Peter Allen, Steve Maguire, Bill McKelvey (2011), The SAGE Handbook of Complexity and Management, 1st edition, SAGE Publications, ISBN-10 184787696, USBN-13 9781847875693
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course is offered in online modeWorkload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
As a guide, a 3 unit course comprises a total of 156 hours.Learning Activities Summary
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
An overview of the course assessment appears in the following Table. Details appear in the following section:
Assessment No. Form of Assessment/Collaborative Task Length (in word count) Weighting Due Date Outcomes being assessed 1a Individual 2000 words 20% Day 7, Week 5 1b Individual 2000 words 20% Day 7, Week 7 2 Group 4 people 15000 words 40% Day 7, Week 10 3 Discussion/Participation 20% Weeks 1-10 Total 100% Assessment Related Requirements
Students must complete all course assessment requirements.
Course results are subject to moderation by the ECIC Board of ExaminersAssessment Detail
Assignment 1 (Individual):
Assignment one is broken up into 2 parts each worth 20%.
Question 1a: Why are some projects complex? How do they differ from complicated projects? Provide some examples of complexprojects. Why have traditional project management models failed to provide adequate structural support for complex projects?
Due Day 7, Week 5, 20%
This application assignment will assess your understanding of the course topics. The objective of these questions is for you to consider the theoretical material supplied and apply it to a real project example, or experience. Therefore, evidence of having read and understood the material is important. Arguments and assertions should be based on the research articles listed in the references, the important ones of which are encompassed in the notes.
Given the word limit on these questions, assessment will reward content included and quality of response. There will be penalties for exceeding the word limit. Quotations do not count in the total word count. Submit the Microsoft Word document to the dropbox located below on Day 7.
Length and Presentation:
Complete a 2000 word response to the prompt below. This activity is worth 20% of your final grade.
Late work will receive a deduction of 20 marks out of 100 for time in the first week late. Beyond the first week, a zero mark will be awarded.
In completing these assignments, higher marks will be awarded for evidence of reading notes, text and papers, and integration of these theories and concepts into your answers. Direct referencing of external material in your answers is preferred.
Question 1b: Explain the effects of complexity on the management of a project and discuss whether some of the many facets of
complex systems can be used to assist project management.
Due Day 7, Week 7, 20%
This application assignment will assess your understanding of the course topics. The objective of these questions is for you to consider the theoretical material supplied and apply it to a real project example, or experience. Therefore, evidence of having read and understood the material is important. Arguments and assertions should be based on the research articles listed in the references, the important ones of which are encompassed in the notes.
Given the word limit on these questions, assessment will reward content included and quality of response. There will be penalties for exceeding the word limit. Quotations do not count in the total word count. Submit the Microsoft Word document to the dropbox located below on Day 7.
Length and Presentation:
Complete a 2000 word response to the prompt below. This activity is worth 20% of your final grade.
Late work will receive a deduction of 20 marks out of 100 for time in the first week late. Beyond the first week, a zero mark will be awarded.
In completing these assignments, higher marks will be awarded for evidence of reading notes, text and papers, and integration of these theories and concepts into your answers. Direct referencing of external material in your answers is preferred.
Assignment 2: Final report (Group):
Weighting: 40%
Due Dates: Day 7âÂÂ脗聙¨Week 10
Submission Details: Online
Send one copy for the group ensuring all group member names are clear. Preferably any documents created under Excel or
Microsoft Project should be included in the Word version of the electronic copy.
Task:
Create a case study report for an approved project as instructed below, implementing the theoretical material you have
covered. Groups should be of four people. To add additional team members, you need to seek special approval stating reasons. This assignment is intended to be the application of theory so I do not want theory reproduced, but the application of theory to a project.
As you may be using material in this report which was developed by others, it is important to state what was your contribution and what was the contribution of others. The paper should have the following headings with the following specifications:
Abstract
• 200 words or less
Introduction
• Briefly describe the SoS under consideration
• What problem is this SoS addressing for what organization, program, or activity
• Define the perceived System of Systems Engineering process, situation or problem presented in the case
Background Information
• Context for SoS and your case
• Definitions that apply to the process, situation or problem: advanced terminology or jargon, explain what each word
means in your study, concisely and clearly.
• Relevant theories/research and prior development regarding SoS and your case: What has other research or studies
found to be true in SoS and your specific case.
System of Systems Description
• History and Development
• High-Level Diagram or Layout
• Sponsors/Customers, Industry Sector, Companies Involved, Country, Budget
• Mission/Purpose/Goals/Objectives
• Principles/Characteristics
• Settings/Structure/Boundaries
• External Factors and Constrains
• Constituent Systems (new/legacy, scope) System of
Systems Engineering Analysis
• Analysis and Analytical Findings
• Activities/Problems/Conflicts
• Timeframe/Sequence of events
• Methods and tools used
• Lessons Learned
• Best Practices
• Steps and conditions for replicating the SoS elsewhere
Conclusion
• Summary of the case and your findings/recommendations
Questions for Discussion
• Please provide 2-5 questions that are based on this case and could be used for a discussion in a classroom environment.
References
Please ensure you add page numbers to your
assignment and it is advisable to add each team member’s last name in the
footer or header.
Scope:
The SoS Case Study Paper is expected to reflect the following:
1. Describes multiple integrated complex systems working together to achieve one common objective;
2. Present a real life process, situation or problem;
3. Offer adequate and detailed information to assess the process, situation or problem by the case reader;
4. Present an objective view of the process situation or problem;
5. Offers relevant questions for further discussion;
6. Be cogent;
7. Satisfactorily explain the basis for its conclusions;
Length and Presentation:
Minimum length: 4 people – 15,000 words.
Note: additional marks are awarded for more comprehensive reports.
The paper should follow the style guide of the IEEE (see Template for Transactions Section at http://www.ieee.org/publications_standards/publications/authors/authors_journals.html)
Criteria by which your assignment will be graded:
In completing this assignment, higher graded will be awarded for evidence of reading notes, text and papers, use of concepts
from Systems Fundamentals, and integration of this theory into your answers. Direct referencing of external material in your answers is preferred.Submission
All text based assignments must be submitted via Drop Box in LEARN
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M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
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