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Learn The Art of Project Planning & Cost Estimation

Course Overview

The Introduction to Project Planning and Cost Estimating course is a robust, practical program designed to empower capability developers, project managers, and engineers to plan, schedule, and develop cost estimates on complex projects. Leveraging the latest research and evidence-based knowledge, this course provides a strong foundation in effective project planning, scheduling, and cost estimation techniques.

Throughout this on-demand course, participants will gain insights into setting project objectives, developing work breakdown structures, allocating work to project teams, and the basics of scheduling. Our expert instructor, Mr Mark Eggler, renowned for his real-world experience and passion for teaching, uses advanced neuroscience-based learning techniques to ensure that knowledge is retained and applied immediately in the workplace.

Participants will engage in a variety of focused activities that bring practical, real-world aspects of project planning and cost estimation to life, allowing for hands-on learning and immediate application. This course helps bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing professionals to excel in project planning and cost estimation, ultimately driving organizational success. Leveraging the latest research and evidence-based knowledge, this course provides a strong foundation in effective project planning, scheduling, and cost estimation techniques.

Mr Mark Eggler

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Mark is a senior professional engineer and project manager with over 25 years experience working on large complex projects. He has worked for the Australian Department of Defence and leading private sector organizations on major acquisition programs.

Who Should Take This Course?

Project Managers
Project Coordinators
Business Managers
Systems Engineers
Scientists

Course Curriculum

Introduction and Scope | Defining capability systems | Capability life cycle and architecture | Key documents | Overview of planning process | Course overview | Quiz

Introduction and scope | Project planning & project planning processes | Project strategy and objectives | Project management plan | Work breakdown structures | Developing the team & allocating work | Developing the resource and cost Estimate | Allocating work packages | Quiz

Introduction and scope | Basics of scheduling | Critical path | Types of schedules | Pitfalls and pointers | Quiz

Introduction and scope | What is risk? | Project risk management | Technology readiness levels | Risk assessment criteria and risk ratings | Quiz

Introduction and scope | The Australian Defence Budget | The Defence Integrated Investment Program | Cost Estimating within the Capability Life-Cycle | Cost approvals | Cost breakdown structures | Using the Capability Costing Tool (CCT) | Key features of the Capability Costing Tool | How to build a Cost Breakdown Structure | Foriegn Military Sales | Cost Estimating Workshop | Quiz

2 hr practice based exercise

About EIT

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In today’s fast-paced world, situations are constantly evolving, and having access to complete information is often impossible. This is where conventional education methods fall short. EIT’s innovative educational approach sets it apart from traditional education methods by focusing on preparing high performers and world leaders to rapidly advance their skills and excel under pressure.

Our unique approach emphasizes hands-on experience and lateral thinking to equip participants with the ability to apply their knowledge and skills effectively when it matters most. By adopting this innovative and tailored approach, EIT stands out as a leader in providing exceptional, practical, and industry-relevant training for tomorrow’s high achievers.

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“EIT’s high-quality professional development training courses have been pivotal in upskilling our practitioners in the One Defence Capability System.”

Fundamentals of Capability Systems Design

BRIG David Shields, Land Professional Development

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“EIT’s Additive Manufacturing in Practice course offers invaluable insights into AM within the Defense industry. The instructor effectively balanced lectures and hands-on activities. A highlight was the on-site 3D printer, allowing participants to prepare and print models. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of AM in Defense.”

Additive Manufacturing in Practice

Rob Rowan, Senior Test Engineer, USMC

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”The real life examples and concepts allow me to understand vehicle performance much better.”

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Vehicles and Mobility Course

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Overall this is an excellent class. I have been involved in related tracked platform design work for the last 25 years (plus some wheeled platform design previously). But this class provided me a comprehensive integrated/ organized knowledge base for learning. It was a wonderful experience!

 

Military Vehicle Technology & Mobility

Joe Chou, Senior Engineer, USMC

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“Excellent course with a great variety of practice based workshop to put theory and HSI techniques into practice. The instructor had an amazing depth of knowledge and experience.”

 

Systems Engineering in Practice

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“The explanations of the FMECA process were detailed and very relevant to my work. I particularly enjoyed the workshop that allowed me to put the method into practice. Great course Eggler Institute.”

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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This depends on the course duration. Free courses are accessible for 7 days. For all courses less than 8 hours, you have 45 days. For all other longer courses you have 90 days. For the Diploma of Military Vehicle Technology, please see the course page for further details.

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Refunds are not available after payment. EIT is happy to transfer your enrollment to another person or change the enrollment date to one that suits you better. All changes to enrollment dates must be advised to EIT within 72 hrs.

The range of courses EIT has available is directly applicable to the acquisition work we perform and EIT can teach from both the acquisition perspective, as well as the detailed core subject matter, both of which are critical for our work. We hosted more than ten EIT courses since 2018, via in-person, live/online, and online/on-demand delivery means. All of the feedback from students has been positive and the material deemed useful to the students in their respective duties. In addition, EIT is welcoming to suggestions for new course topics, as well as tailoring of the course material to the needs of the client.

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