Reference no: EM133565762
Homework: Project Tasks with Timelines
For this homework, complete the following in the Spreadsheet template:
1. In the provided spreadsheet template, you will find three tabs at the bottom of the screen. Read through the "Instructions" tab and the "Sample" tab.
2. In the "Blank Template - Fill This In" tab, complete the following:
a. Outline a plausible list of tasks needed to complete your chosen project.
b. Estimate plausible timelines for each task or group of tasks.
Then, in a Word document titled, "Project Tasks and Timeline Rationale", write a paper:
Use the following headers in your paper:
I. Part I: Overview of the Project (Note: This portion of your paper should be about 1 page.)
1. Summary of Goals and Objectives
2. Summary of Resources and Budget
II. Part II: Explanation of Tasks and Timeline (Note: This portion of your paper should be about 2 pages.)
1. Description of all Tasks
2. Description of Timeline
3. Explanation of Method(s) Used to Determine Dates (Note: use concepts from the textbook to support your rationale in this section)
III. Part III: Risk Factors and Mitigation (Note: This portion of your paper should be about 1 page.)
1. Potential Risks and Mitigation
Include and highlight in your paper the following ten key terms from the textbook, using each term correctly and in a professional context:
1. Choose any key terms
2. "Estimates," "top-down estimating," and "bottom-down estimating"
3. "Activity"
4. "Risks"
5. "Resources" and "constraints"
6. "Project duration" and "project scope".