List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Establish project control plans | 1.1 Develop the project management plan 1.2 Develop management sub-plans |
2. Determine appropriate methodology | 2.1 Assess models of project management 2.2 Assess product development or procurement approach 2.3 Select appropriate project management and systems development methodology 2.4 Tailor methodologies to solution requirements |
3. Develop project schedule | 3.1 Develop project component breakdown 3.2 Estimate project effort and duration 3.3 Create project schedule 3.4 Develop and allocate work packages 3.5 Establish schedule controls |
4. Finalise project budget | 4.1 Identify areas of anticipated project spend 4.2 Determine dollar amounts and timing of cash flows 4.3 Develop a project budget 4.4 Establish budget controls |
Evidence of the ability to:
develop an information and communications technology (ICT) project management plan
select appropriate methodology
develop project schedule
develop a project budget
establish budgetary controls.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
outline current and emerging industry practice in relation to:
estimation techniques and methods
planning techniques and methods
project management methodologies
system development methodologies
explain the impact of business needs on project management, including implications for project control and expected returns on business investment.
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the ICT project management field of work and include access to:
industry software packages
an organisation's identified problem, opportunity or unfulfilled legislative need.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.