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TAKE-HOME EXAMINATION
Semester 2 – Main, 2021
INFO6007 PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN IT
EXAM COMPLETION AND SUBMISSION TIME:
Within 24 hours of release – check the access and submission details on Canvas
EXAM CONDITIONS:
This is an open-book examination – access to any learning resources permitted
The word limit for answering each question is flexible: (minimum 150 and
maximum 300 words where applicable)
Recommended time spent for each question: maximum 18 minutes
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Answer all questions in sections A and B
SECTION A: NINE DESCRIPTIVE AND ANALYTICAL QUESTIONS [90 MARKS].
For questions 1-9, relate your responses to the following project context.
Transport for NSW implements technology-led solutions for improving transport services. Assume
you are the manager of Transport for NSW’s Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system project.
The ATP system project will involve installing technology on the trains and the tracks. It will
include installing electronic transponders in the rail corridor between existing trackside
infrastructure to monitor train speeds. The project will also involve installing equipment on
suburban and intercity trains, which provides speed monitoring and braking information to
the driver.
Question 1: How would you use the information on the “Gantt Chart” to manage the schedule of
the Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system project? Discuss five strategies. [10 Marks]
Question 2: Would you use “Critical Chain Scheduling” in managing the ATP project? Why or
why not? Discuss five reasons to support your views. [10 Marks]
Question 3: How would you address the challenges of “requirements gathering” for the Automatic
Train Protection (ATP) system project? Discuss five approaches or ways. [10 Marks]
Question 4: How would you control the Quality of your project? Discuss five strategies with an
example for each. [10 Marks]
Question 5: How would you use “Reserve” in preparing your budget for the Automatic Train
Protection (ATP) system project? Discuss five approaches or ways. [10 Marks]
Question 6: One of the five practices of exemplary leadership is “Encourage the Heart.” How
would you practice this in your ATP project team? Discuss five strategies. [10 Marks]
Question 7: How would you use the information on the “Responsibility Assignment Matrix
(RAM)” technique in the Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system project? Discuss five
strategies. [10 Marks]
Question 8: In terms of effective project communication, how would you deal with “crucial
information” in your ATP project? Discuss five approaches with an example for each. [10 Marks]
Question 9: How would you handle “Technology Risk” in the Automatic Train Protection (ATP)
system project? Discuss five strategies. [10 Marks]
SECTION B: CASE STUDY ANALYSIS, ONE QUESTION [10 MARKS]
Question 10: How would you use the learnings from the report “IT project cost improvement by
NSW Govt.” in your future project management practices? Discuss five learnings. [10 Marks]
END OF EXAMINATION
