FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT

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Read the scenario below and answer all the questions that follow.

Of recent there has been an escalation in road accidents on the main road entering Soweto in Johannesburg. Through

thorough investigation it was concluded that the primary causes for the accidents are:

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$$Narrow road

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$$Potholes on the road surface

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$$Lack of road signs

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$$Speeding

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$$Uneven road surface that is not tarred

This was brought to the attention of the minister of transport for special attention. The minister appointed you as a project

manager to upgrade this main road entering Soweto as a matter of urgency. You are required to use your expert project

management knowledge to deliver on the project.

General comments

Marks in the project assessment are primarily awarded for the application of the relevant theory to the requirements of the

assessment. Merely reproducing theory is deemed inadequate. The ability to undertake and reflect on research is a key

component to the assessment. The assessment will be assessed in accordance with the following general criteria:

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$$Presentation

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$$Organisation

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$$Analysis and application of theory

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$$Relevance

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$$Coherence

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The expected response to the assessment is outlined above. However, the depth of the theory is such that students may

provide answers that may vary. The assessment is therefore assessed by the marker in terms of the relevant theory and

marked accordingly. The responses provided by students may not in their entirety be reflected in the marking guide, but

could be a satisfactory response to the question. Students are given full recognition for this.

Question $2(20$ Marks$)$

The management of time on the project is of utmost importance if success is envisaged. Refer to the time

distribution of project effort and demonstrate using a diagram how you will manage the time of the different stages

of the project.

Question $5(20$ Marks$)$

Risk is the effect of uncertainty that prejudices the successful achievement of the project outcome. Refer to the

elements of risk that you have studied and demonstrate your understanding of prudent management of project risks

during project selection.