PRIMAVERA P6 TRAINING IN ORLANDO, FL
Address: 5828 Hazeltine National Drive, Orlando, Florida 32822
Hands-on Training With Primavera P6
Our in-person, instructor-led courses take place at our training facility in Orlando, FL. Using Primavera P6 Professional (via remote access to our training server), students will gain an understanding of the principles of planning and scheduling as well as hands-on experience building a schedule, updating and monitoring progress, & various generating reports.
To maximize instructor-student interaction, our maximum class size is limited to ten (10) attendees.
If you prefer remote learning, virtual classes are available and take place in real-time with a live trainer.
Certificate Course: A Certificate of Successful Training with Primavera P6 Professional is awarded upon completion of training.
Course Syllabus
Day 1
- Instructor / participant introductions
- Overview of planning and scheduling
- Primavera and the Project Management Life Cycle
- Knowledge Areas and Process Groups
- An introduction to Primavera P6
- Describe enterprise and project-specific data
- Log in
- Open an existing project
- Navigate in the Home window and Activities window
- Open an existing layout
- Customize a layout
- Save a layout
- Creating the Enterprise Project Structure (EPS)
- View the EPS
- The OBS / Responsible Managers
- Create a project schedule
- Navigate in the Projects window
- View and modify information in Project Details
- Define a Work Breakdown Structure
- When to use the WBS
- Create a multiple-level WBS
- Describe an activity and its components
- Describe activity types
- Add activities
- Add a Notebook topic to an activity
- Add steps to an activity
- Assign activity codes to activities
- View a network logic diagram
- Differentiate between the four relationship types
- Create relationships in the Activity Network
- Create relationships in Activity Details
Day 2
- Perform a forward and backward pass
- Describe float and its impact on a schedule
- Identify loops and open ends
- Calculate a schedule
- Analyze the scheduling log report
- Apply an overall deadline to a project
- Apply a constraint to an individual activity
- Add notebook topics to constrained activities
- Describe the available constraint types
- Describe the difference between a work product and a reference document
- Create a document record
- Link the document record to a project document or work product
- Assign the project document(s) to an activity or WBS
- Group activities according to a specific criteria
- Sort activities
- Apply a filter
- Create a filter
- Describe roles
- Views the roles dictionary
- Describe resources
- Identify the differences between labor, non-labor and material resources
- View the resource dictionary
- Assign resources by role
- Assign labor, non-labor, and material resources to activities
- Adjust Budgeted Units/Time for a resource
- Assign expenses to activities
- Display the Resource Usage Profile
- Format a profile
- Format the timescale
Day 3
- Analyze schedule dates
- Shorten a project schedule
- Analyze resource availability
- Remove resource over allocation
- Analyze project costs
- Create a baseline plan
- Display baseline bars on the Gantt Chart
- Modify the bars on the Gantt Chart
- Describe several methods for updating the project schedule
- Percent complete types:
- Duration, Physical, Units
- Status activities
- Reschedule the project
- Describe reporting methods
- Run a schedule report
- Create a resource report with the Report wizard
- Create a report using the current layout
- Variance Analysis
- Recover Schedule Discussion
- Compression Techniques
- Crashing and Fast Tracking
- Participants are welcome to discuss scheduling requirements and get instructor feedback!
Additional Details
In-person, hands-on training with a live instructor offers numerous benefits for effective skill development. Participants engage in interactive sessions where they can directly interact with the instructor and other attendees, receive personalized instruction, and gain immediate feedback. Key benefits include:
- Interactive Learning Environment: Participants can ask questions, seek clarifications, and engage in discussions, promoting a deeper understanding of the software.
- Less Distractions: Getting out of the office and being able to focus entirely on the training is invaluable!
- Immediate Feedback: Participants receive real-time guidance and corrections, helping them address mistakes and improve their software skills promptly.
- Hands-On Practice: Dedicated lab or practice time allows participants to actively apply what they've learned, reinforcing concepts and building practical experience.
- Collaboration and Networking: Working with peers promotes collaboration, exposes participants to different perspectives, and fosters valuable networking opportunities.
Basics Course (3 Days): $1,595
Advanced Course (2 Days): $1,295
Basic + Advanced (5 Days): $2,690 (Save $200 when booked together! You will be given the option to "Add Advanced Training" during checkout.)
Note: Advanced training is offered virtually (instructor-led) or in-person in New Orleans or Houston.
We understand that many of your questions will come AFTER training. We offer 30-days of post-training instructor support as well as 1 year of free refresher course support to all trained (virtual or in-person).
What is the course duration? Our course duration is 3 days.
What are the course times? Course times are 9am - 4pm, EST.
Does the course include a certificate? Yes. You will be awarded a certificate upon completion of training.
Do I have to pass an exam at the end of class? No. Certificates are awarded based on the completion of course content. Attendees must attend the entire course to receive their Primavera P6 certificate.
Will I have a chance to ask my instructor questions? Absolutely. Our courses are highly interactive and students ask lots of questions during class. Additionally, the final hour of training each day is dedicated to a Q&A session.
Can I retake the course for free? Yes. You may retake the course as many times as you would like within 1 year. You may also choose to take an in-person course as a refresher. There is no additional fee for this.
Can I call my instructor if I have a question? Of course. 30 days of follow-up support with your instructor is included with your course fee.
Do I have to own Primavera P6 software to attend training? No, we will provide you with access to the software via our training server.
Does Global PM host private workshops? Yes, we can host a private, custom class for your organization. Check out the details here.
Can I book a private, 1-on-1 course with a Global PM instructor? Yes, please give us a call to discuss. Please call (985) 781-9190 and ask to speak with our Training Coordinator, Wendy Jackson.
2024 COURSE DATES
Dec
9-11
M-W
2025 COURSE DATES
Jan
13-15
M-W
Our Primavera P6 training includes 6 months of FREE refresher support (in-person or virtual) and 30 days of follow-up instructor support.
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TRANING ADDRESS
- 5828 Hazeltine National Drive,
Orlando, Florida 32822
Tel: (407) 358-8020
Oracle Certified Training Provider
The In-Person Training Experience Orlando, Florida
- Select a course date and register.
- Your registration is confirmed online and you will be contacted by our Training Coordinator, Wendy Jackson.
- You will receive your Primavera P6 training manual upon arrival.
- We suggest arriving at our training facility at 8:45 am on the first day of training.
- Your in-person, Oracle-certified instructor will interact with you and assist as you work through exercises.
- You have the opportunity to connect with, problem-solve, and network with other students from a wide range of backgrounds.
- After training, you will be sent a Certificate of Scheduling with Primavera P6.