1. Open the Activity List, Figure 7.1.insert the 'CPM "Node" template' in each position to outline the CPM Diagram of the "Build a House" project. Then, using the "Insert" feature, along with arrow shapes from the "Shapes" option, connect your node circles to indicate the path(s) that you have determined represent the project. Remember to label the centre bar to identify each activity and its duration.(Remember to refer to the Activity List).
2. Next, complete Forward Pass through the diagram to calculate the ES and EF values for each activity. In your diagram, make note of those values in the appropriate location.
3. Once you have completed the Forward Pass, then complete Backward Pass. The backward pass will provide the Latest Finish nd Latest Start information for each activity.
4. Calculate Slack Time to determine the Critical Path.

Activity Name or Symbol Earliest Earliest Start Finish ES EF LS LF 2 Latest Latest Start Finish Activity DurationItem Activity Activity Description Duration Predecesso (Days) A Lot preparation Clear trees, clear stumps, 3 None rough grading, excavate B Foundation Frame and pour footing, 7 A install forms, pour walls C Frame floor system Install carrying wall, joists, 2 B sheathing D Frame exterior walls Frame exterior walls and 5 C sheathing, install interior partitions, level one E Frame second level floor Install joists, sheathing 2 D system F Frame second level Frame exterior walls and 5 E exterior sheathing, install interior partitions, level two G Install roof Install trusses, sheathing, 3 F shingles H Electrical rough-ins Install entrance panel, 2 G rough-in wiring, boxes I Weather-tight Install weather sheathing 5 G barrier, windows, doors Insulation Install insulation, walls, = and second-level ceiling K Plumbing rough-in Rough-in drain system, 3 G service access points L Basement floor Pour basement floor 1 G, K M Sheetrock Install sheetrock 10 H, I, J, K