CST Time Management & Resource Allocation 3

Question 1

In a precedence diagramming method (PDM) schedule, a finish-to-start relationship with a lag of 5 days means:

Accepted Answer

The successor cannot start until 5 days after the predecessor finishes

Answer

An FS lag introduces a waiting period; the successor activity must wait the specified lag duration after its predecessor completes.

Question 2

Which scheduling concept refers to the maximum amount of time a project can be delayed beyond its planned end date before it impacts a contractual or external deadline?

Accepted Answer

Project float

Answer

Project float (or schedule float) measures slack between the calculated project end and an imposed finish constraint or contract deadline.

Question 3

A CST is building a resource-loaded schedule and notices that a key engineer is allocated to three simultaneous critical-path tasks. The BEST immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Analyze which tasks can use alternate resources or be re-sequenced

Answer

The best practice is to evaluate resource substitution or re-sequencing before accepting schedule extension or unrealistic overtime.

Question 4

What does a Gantt chart's baseline bar compared to the current schedule bar indicate when the current bar extends beyond the baseline?

Accepted Answer

The activity is behind schedule

Answer

When the current schedule bar extends past the baseline bar, the activity is taking longer than originally planned, indicating a delay.

Question 5

The Parkinson's Law principle, relevant to time management in scheduling, states that:

Accepted Answer

Work expands to fill the time available for its completion

Answer

Parkinson's Law warns schedulers that overly generous time allowances tend to be fully consumed regardless of actual work content.

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CST Time Management & Resource Allocation 3