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the dcma 14-point schedule assessment

This course introduces students to the DCMA 14-Point Schedule Analysis metrics, including an explanation of each of the metrics and how they apply to scheduling best-practices. Students will be shown real examples of schedule problems identified by the metrics, along with options on how to correct them. Two versions of this course are offered, one for Microsoft Project and the other for Oracle Primavera

During the training, our instructor takes the time to learn about your organization to provide relevant examples of ways to use the concepts in your daily work environment. 

Target Audience

Schedulers interested in better understanding the DCMA 14-Point Schedule Assessment or those who are looking for ways of improving schedule integrity using industry best practices.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a thorough understanding of:

  • The scope and objectives of the DCMA 14-Point Schedule Assessment methodology
  • The basic counts used to derive the metrics
  • The 14 DCMA metrics, including how the metric is computed, applicable thresholds and relevant scheduling best practices
  • How to identify and correct schedule problems identified by the 14-point analysis

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Course Logistics

Duration
1/2 Day (4 hours)
 
Delivery
In-person, instructor led or via video conference 
 
Student PC's are not required.
 
Class Size
Up to 15 students
 
Prerequisites
None

ADDITIONAL TRAINING OFFERINGS

Introduction to Earned Value Management (EVM)

Introduction to Earned Value Management (EVM)

During this interactive course, a member of our expert staff will introduce students to the concepts underlying Earned Value Management (EVM).

Principles of Earned Value Management (EVM) 

Principles of Earned Value Management (EVM) 

This course introduces students to the basic components of managing projects using earned value management principles.

The Earned Value Management EIA 748 Validation Process

The Earned Value Management EIA 748 Validation Process

This course answers common questions about how to achieve and maintain validation of an EVM system.

Introduction to CPM Scheduling

Introduction to CPM Scheduling

This course introduces to the fundamental concepts of the Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling technique. 

Control Account Scheduling Using Microsoft Project 

Control Account Scheduling Using Microsoft Project 

This course introduces students to building a control account schedule in Microsoft Project or Project Server that will be part of an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

Earned Value Analysis Using Empower™

Earned Value Analysis Using Empower

This course is an introduction to Earned Value Analysis using Encore Analytics Empower. It covers how to access the tool and use the various features and functions within to support analysis of program performance.

 

Training & Education

Effective Scheduling Using Microsoft Project

This course introduces students to building and maintaining a project schedule in Microsoft Project that will be part of an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) that conforms to federal contracting regulations and industry best-practices.

 

Variance Analysis Reporting Using Empower™

Variance Analysis Reporting Using Empower

This course is designed to help CAMs analyze and understand earned value performance metrics with a goal of writing a clear, cohesive Variance Analysis Report (VAR).