COURSE NAME: MAD115 Project Management

Credit Value: 2
Total Course Hours: 28
Prerequisite Course(s): None
Corequisite Course(s): None

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides an introduction to the methodologies, terminologies and development cycles involved in
the management of mobile application projects. The theory is supported by hands-on practice, with the use
of software and techniques involved in project management. Students will learn how to build a Gantt chart
and track the progress of a project, developing basic understanding of how to manage performance problems
and communication among the projects team.

PLAR INFORMATION
This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition. Students are advised to discuss options
with their program coordinator.

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, the student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1.0 Explain the fundamentals of project
management.
1.1 Describe the challenges faced by developers
and how project management can help.
1.2 Identify the key roles and responsibilities of
the project manager and project team.
1.3 List some project management leading
methodologies.
1.4 Explain key concepts and practices from the
Agile methodology.
1.5 Describe the Manifesto for Agile Software
Development.
1.6 List key Agile terminology.
2.0 Prepare to manage a project using a
specialized software.
2.1 List the advantages of using a project
management software application.
2.2 Describe the function of project
management software.
2.3 Identify resources that can be better
optimized using project management software.
2.4 List the main softwares available in the
market and identify their advantages and
disadvantages.
3.0 Document the steps of the development
cycle.
3.1 Conduct a brainstorming session.
3.2 Assign tasks, activities, and resources using
project management software.
3.3 Schedule accurate project time lines.
3.4 Track the progression of the project to
detect and avert impending problems.
3.5 Explain what milestones are.
3.6 Add important milestones to the project.
3.7 Describe the role of a Gantt chart.
3.8 Produce Gantt of a project.
4.0 Manage a project using specialized project
management software.
4.1 List the characteristics of the project.
4.2 Explain the steps in the analysis stage.
4.3 Explain the steps in the design stage.
4.4 Explain the steps in the development stage.
4.5 Explain the steps in the implementation
stage.
4.6 Explain the steps in the support stage.
4.7 Outline the steps to Agile PM.
5.0 Create a project specification sheet.
5.1 Identify the characteristics of the target
audience.
5.2 Determine the base technology for the
project.
5.3 Create a development specification sheet.

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5.4 Write the project goals. other members.

5.5 Write the project objectives based on the
project goals.
5.6 Identify the deliverables of the project.
6.0 Allocate appropriate financial resources for
the budget.
6.1 Determine the direct and indirect cost of
the project.
6.2 Calculate the hardware and software costs.
6.3 Calculate the cost of external material for
the project.
6.4 Calculate overhead expenses.
6.5 Write a budget for a contract.
7.0 Manage a project by setting appropriate
time lines and milestones.
7.1 Create letters of intent between the client
and the developer.
7.2 Set time lines that incorporates the learning
curve.
7.3 Add time segments for meetings,
consultations, program revisions, and travel.
7.4 Identify sign-off deliverables.
7.5 Write agreements that protect your
products from being copied.
8.0 Lead a team through a project.
8.1 Motivate other members in the team.
8.2 Identify motivational techniques used by
8.3 Identify the skills your team requires for the
project.
8.4 Identify tasks that are done in-house.
8.5 Select contractors for work that is out-
sourced.
9.0 Manage problems and crisis to keep project
on schedule.
9.1 Identify the critical path for your project.
9.2 Determine lead-time and lag time within
your schedule.
9.3 Use active listening skills to seek input from
team members.
9.4 Anticipate potential problems and crises.
9.5 Develop contingency plans.
10.0 Finish an application.
10.1 Locate the appropriate SDK agreements
for the targeted mobile device.
10.2 Package the application to manufactures'
specifications.
10.3 Write a description of the application that
will entice customers to buy your application.
10.4 Develop appropriate icons to be packaged
with the application.
10.5 Locate the steps for submitting an
application for distribution.

GENERAL EDUCATION
This is not a General Education course.

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS OUTCOMES

This course contributes to the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities approved essential
employability skills (EES) outcomes:
1. Communicate clearly, concisely, and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfils the
purpose and meets the needs of the audience.
2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication
3. Execute mathematical operations accurately
4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems
5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems
6. Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.
8. Show respect for the diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others
9. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the

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achievement of goals.
10. Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.
11. Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

EXTERNAL COURSE ACCREDITATIONS AND CONDITIONS

COURSE EVALUATION
Assignments:70%
Final Quiz: 20%
Attendance/Participation:10%

PROGRAM SPECIFIC GRADING

Per College Grading System

GRADING SYSTEM
A+: 90-100% B+: 77-79% C+: 65-69% D: 50-54% S - Satisfactory
A: 85-89% B: 73-76% C: 60-64% F: 0-49% I - Incomplete
A-: 80-84% B-: 70-72% D+: 55-59% F - Repeat course
*For a complete detailed description please refer to the College website.

LEARNING RESOURCES
Required: Access to the appropriate training videos
Recommended:

Resources listed on the course outline support the achievement of learning outcomes, and may be
used throughout the course to varying degrees depending on the instructor’s teaching methodology
and the nature of the resource.

LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Meetings
Building Gantt charts
Building budgets for projects
Letters of Intent

DELIVERY MODE

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This course may be delivered, in whole or in part, in a number of modalities, including in class, online, hybrid,
in a synchronous or asynchronous manner or a combination thereof, as per accreditation and/or regulatory
standards where appropriate.

ACADEMIC POLICIES

Canadore College is committed to the highest standards of academic integrity, and expects students to adhere
to these standards as part of the learning process in all environments. The College's Academic Integrity policy
seeks to ensure that all students understand their rights and responsibilities in upholding academic integrity
and that students receive an accurate and fair assessment of their work. Please review the Academic Integrity
policy (A-18) and other academic policies found on our website:
https://www.canadorecollege.ca/about/policies.

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Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of this information as of the date of publication. The college
reserves the right to modify, change, add, or delete content.

HISTORICAL COURSE OUTLINES

Students use course outlines to support their learning. Students are responsible for retaining course outlines
for future use in applications for transfer of credit to other educational institutions.

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