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Synopsis
Project 98: Getting Started provides an introduction to Microsoft Project 98 to allow users to view a Project file and update their progress in the file.

Audience
This course is for anyone who is interested in learning how to use Microsoft Project 98.

Time
4 hours

Product Code: PRJC01
After completing Project 98: Getting Started, the user should be able to:


 
View and understand a project file
Edit and update tasks
View the calendar
View reports
Use the Microsoft Office Assistant and Help

Reading a Project File
 
Open and examine a Project 98 file
Identify the different tasks and subtasks in a project
Recognize timescales and explain their use

Working with Gantt Chart View
 
Search the task table
Search the timescale
View and hide columns
Hide and reveal subtasks
Save and close a project file

Editing Tasks
 
Edit the task list
Add notes to tasks
Explain how filters are used
Use Project 98's supplied filters

Updating Tasks
 
Track start and finish dates
Change percentage of task completed
Add resources to tasks

Using the Calendar
 
Describe the Calendar view
Customize and update the Calendar view
View task details
Navigate in the Calendar view
Print Calendars

Viewing Reports
 
View standard Project 98 reports
Print standard Project 98 reports
Explain the groups and types of reports available

Getting More Help
 
Use the Microsoft Office Assistant
Search for information using the Help index

This course is distributed with:


 
Exercises, with a sample file, that allow users to practice in Project 98
A file containing the text of the exercises
Simulations that allow users to practice course skills, even if they don't have access to Project 98
A Project 98 glossary


 

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