FIT2002 IT project management
Faculty of Information Technology
FIT2002 IT project management is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit, leading on to 2 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 1 other task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before FIT2002
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After FIT2002
1 unit list FIT2002 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 36 points of study, including one of (FIT1040, FIT1045, FIT1053, FIT1048, FIT1051, ENG1003) (or equivalent).
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit introduces students to the many concepts, tools and techniques for managing information technology projects. Exploring traditional and agile approaches for managing projects, topics include project lifecycles, project planning, project scheduling, team building, risk management, time and quality management. A case study approach will be used to provide learning opportunities, with an emphasis on the unique aspects of information technology projects.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| November teaching period | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- In-semester assessmentThreshold hurdle50%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Threshold hurdle50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the ten knowledge areas of the Project Management Body of Knowledge;
- 2
Identify the unique attributes and diverse nature of Information Technology projects;
- 3
Select, justify and use project management techniques and tools for IT projects;
- 4
Use the appropriate communication method for different types of stakeholders;
- 5
Identify and apply the characteristics of a collaborative team member.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Seminars12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning and online engagement. .
Learning resources
Required resources
- Schwalbe, K.. (2015). Information Technology Project Management. (8e) Cengage Learning.
Recommended resources
- Brewer, J.L., & Dittman, K.C.,. (2013). Methods of IT project management. (2nd Edition) Purdue University Press.
- Kerzner, H. (2013). Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling. (11th Edition) John Wiley & Sons
- A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, PMBOK 6th Edition. 2018. Project Management Institute. (Available as an e-book)
Technology resources
- Microsoft Project 2013 (available in student labs - please confirm with your tutor during labs).
- Caulfield and Clayton on-campus students can download from http://msdnaa.monash.edu.au/fit (install on your own computer).
- Malaysia can download from http://www.its.monash.edu.my/student/msdnaa.html (install on your own computer).
- 60 day evaluation copy available at http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/evaluate-project-professional-2013.
- Other project management tool of your choice
Where it fits
FIT2002 is part of 1 area of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Ms Poh Lim
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FIT2002?
FIT2002 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after FIT2002?
FIT2002 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including FIT4002. Those lead on to 2 units in all.
When is FIT2002 offered?
In 2020, FIT2002 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is FIT2002?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does FIT2002 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include FIT2002?
FIT2002 is part of IT for business.