Networking/Scheduling (PDM) (F2F | Webinar | Aug 8, 9, 22, 23, 2026)

C.2.7 Networking and Scheduling (PERT/CPM and PDM)

Planning and Scheduling of Construction Projects

(Training schedule to be updated)

Fundamentals of Planning & Scheduling is a beginner-level course designed to introduce construction professionals to the basic concepts, methods, and thinking behind effective project planning and scheduling, based on PMBOK® principles and Philippine construction practice.

The course focuses on understanding before software, covering planning fundamentals, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, and an overview of common scheduling methods such as Gantt charts, Critical Path Method (CPM), and PERT. Participants will apply these concepts through a hands-on workshop to create a simple Gantt schedule using Microsoft Excel.

This course serves as the pre-requisite for advanced scheduling courses such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel Scheduling, and Networking/CPM.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the role of planning and scheduling in construction project success.
• Understand the PMBOK® planning and scheduling concepts applicable to infrastructure projects.
• Develop a clear and structured Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for a construction project.
• Break down work packages into logical and manageable activities.
• Describe the different scheduling methods (Gantt, CPM, PERT, milestone schedules) and identify when to use each.
• Understand basic activity sequencing, duration estimation, and milestone planning
• Read and interpret basic construction schedules and progress information.
• Create a simple Gantt schedule in Microsoft Excel for planning and monitoring purposes.
• Prepare confidently for advanced scheduling tools and courses such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Project Libre and Excel-based scheduling.

Course Outline

DAY 1 – Planning Fundamentals and WBS Development

Module 1: Introduction to Planning and Scheduling

Module 2: PMBOK Framework for Planning

Module 3: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development

Module 4: From WBS to Activities

DAY 2 – Networking and Scheduling Methods and Basic Control

Module 5: Overview of Scheduling Methods (Conceptual Level – but with more emphasis on PDM)

Scheduling Methods Covered:

• Bar Chart / Gantt Chart
• Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Precedence Diagramming Method (PDM)
• PERT (Probabilistic Scheduling)
• Milestone Schedules
• Overview of Critical Chain Method (concept only)

NOTE:

When to use each method in DPWH and construction projects and the DPWH DO 133 Series of 2025 Subject: Adoption of Precedence Diagraming Method (PDM) as Project Scheduling Technique in DPWH Projects.  https://www.dpwh.gov.ph/dpwh/sites/default/files/issuances/DO_133_S2015.pdf

Module 6: Activity Sequencing and Duration Basics

• Logical sequencing of activities
• Dependencies: FS, SS, FF, SF (intro level)
• Mandatory vs discretionary logic
• Duration estimation basics
• Working calendars and milestones

Module 7: Reading and Understanding a Schedule

Module 8: Practical Workshop – Creating a Gantt Schedule in Excel

Day 3 and Day 4 is a choice enrolling in the following 16-hrs Hands on Training on Scheduling tools:

Construction Scheduling using MS Excel

(Training schedule to be updated)

MS Project for Construction Scheduling

(Training schedule to be updated)

References:

1. PMBOK® Guide (7th / 8th Edition)
2. DPWH Project Management & Monitoring Guidelines.
3. AACE International Recommended Practices (Schedule Development & Terminology)