Advanced Planning Baseline Schedule with Primavera P6 &Excel

Course Headline: Practical Case Study with Step-by-Step Instructions - Work Smart, Not Hard

Advanced Planning Baseline Schedule with Primavera P6 & Excel by Hany Ismail

Course Overview:

Embark on a transformative journey to master the art of construction planning with our advanced course designed for intermediate planners. Hany Ismail, an industry expert, will guide you through a real-world project case study using Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel. This course is tailored for individuals who have a basic understanding of planning concepts and are proficient in Oracle Primavera P6 software, as well as those with Microsoft Office 2016 or later/Microsoft Office 365.

What You'll Learn:

• Course Introduction: Understanding the structure and objectives of the case study.
• Read Project BOQ: Interpreting the Bill of Quantities to gather essential project details.
• Create Project Data Loading: Setting up the initial data foundation for your project in P6.
• Read Drawings and Add Floors to Data Loading: Incorporating drawings into your data model for a comprehensive view.
• Activity List and WBS: Developing an activity list and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to organize tasks effectively.
• Cost Loading: Assigning costs to activities to manage budgets accurately.
• Resource Loading: Allocating resources to tasks, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Load Cost and Resources to P6: Integrating costs and resources within Primavera P6 for a complete planning setup.
• Estimate Activities Duration: Utilizing smart estimation techniques for activity durations.
• Activities Relationships: Understanding the dependencies and relationships between activities to improve scheduling accuracy.
• Shop Drawings: Reviewing and managing shop drawings for quality control.
• Materials Procurement: Planning and executing efficient procurement strategies for materials.
• Cash Flow and Manpower Histograms: Analyzing financial projections and workforce requirements over time.

Course Highlights:

• Smart Planning Technique with Power Query: Learn to leverage Microsoft Power Query to streamline your planning process, significantly reducing the time needed for data preparation.
• Detailed Baseline Schedule with Minimal Efforts: Discover how to create a robust baseline schedule using Primavera P6 and Excel, saving hundreds of working hours.
• Open-Source Project Documents: Gain access to all project documents and final baseline schedules (Excel and XER files) to adapt and utilize in your future projects.

Course Benefits:

• Practical Learning: Engage with real-world case studies instead of theoretical exercises.
• Step-by-Step Instructions: Follow clear, detailed guidance from Hany Ismail, ensuring you understand each step of the planning process.
• Time-Saving Techniques: Master efficient methods for data preparation and scheduling to maximize productivity.
• Advanced Excel Skills: Enhance your proficiency with Excel through advanced techniques, especially using Power Query.
• Oracle Primavera P6 Mastery: Deepen your expertise in Oracle Primavera P6, the industry's leading project management software.

Who Should Take This Course:

This course is perfect for:

• Construction Managers and Planners seeking to refine their planning skills.
• Project Schedulers aiming to improve efficiency in creating baseline schedules.
• Anyone interested in learning advanced techniques using Primavera P6, Excel, and Power Query for project scheduling.

Course Details:

• Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of planning concepts, familiarity with Oracle Primavera P6 software, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 2016 or later/Microsoft Office 365.
• Project Materials: All necessary project documents and final baseline schedule files provided for personal and professional use.
• Learning Method: A blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application through a case study approach, culminating in the creation of a comprehensive baseline schedule.

Join us in this comprehensive course to elevate your planning skills and work smarter, not harder! 🚀🛠️