Project Controls and Estimation Curriculum

WBS CPM

Module from the Project Controls and Estimation Curriculum curriculum.

Module 2 - WBS and Scheduling · Learning Objectives · 1. Build WBS (work breakdown structure) to consistent level 4-5 · 2. Define activities with start-to-finish logic (CPM method) · 3. Identify critical path and total float · 4. Apply Primavera P6 or MS Project for scheduling · 5. Set baseline and control schedule variance · Refinery Project Typical WBS

Level 1	Level 2	Level 3 Example	% Cost Split	Notes	Ref
1.0 Project	1.1 Engineering	1.1.1 Process, 1.1.2 Mechanical	10-15%	Design	PIP PROC
1.0 Project	1.2 Procurement	1.2.1 Equipment, 1.2.2 Bulk	30-45%	Equipment-heavy	PIP PROC
1.0 Project	1.3 Construction	1.3.1 Civil, 1.3.2 Mech	40-55%	Labor + bulk	PIP CTN
1.0 Project	1.4 Commissioning	1.4.1 Precom, 1.4.2 Startup	2-5%	Short duration	Owner
1.0 Project	1.5 Project Mgmt	1.5.1 PM + 1.5.2 Controls	5-8%	Overhead	Owner
1.0 Project	1.6 HSE + QAQC	1.6.1 Safety + 1.6.2 QC	2-4%	Required	EPC

Source: Project_Controls_Estimation_Curriculum_v1.xlsx · Sheet: WBS CPM

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