This is the first Unit Project. Each of the task$$s assignments align with the material presented in the in the book. In some instances, you may need to look up some additional information on the Internet or use additional tools such as MS Project or MS Visio.

Tasks:

Create a list of tasks that need to be completed for the new information system based on the information given in the case. Organize your list by estimating how long it will take to complete each task, and list each task$$s predecessor task or tasks. Use Figures from the text as examples.

Using the task list you developed, create a Gantt chart using software such as Microsoft Project or GanttProject.

Create a PERT chart $($called a network diagram in Microsoft Project$)$ based on your task list. How is the PERT chart different from the Gantt chart? What advantages or disadvantages do you see in each? Which do you prefer and why?

Identify the critical path for the project. Explain how the critical path is determined. How will you use the critical path as the project manager for Willowbrook School?

A list indicating which team member contributed to each tasks.