Can you help? PERT Chart

Essentials of Applied Quantitative Methods for Health Services Managers

 

Chapter 12 Homework

 

12-1:  Using the information in this Table, construct a PERT network and answer each of the following questions (10 points):

a.      
What is the expected project completion data? (5 points)

b.     
What is the scheduled start and completion date for each activity? (5 points)

c.      
Which activities are on the critical path? (5 points)

d.     
How long can noncritical path activities be delayed without jeopardizing the overall completion date for this project? (5 points)

 

A

-4

B

A1

C

B1

D

C2

E

A9

F

E4

G

E2

H

F4

I

A1

J

I1

K

J1

L

3

M

A1

N

M1

O

N3

P

O2

Q

P3

R

M1

S

1

T

S2

U

T4

V

1

Activity	Predecessor	Time Estimate (weeks)
Secure state approval
Identify 20-bed unit to be used
Move existing residents
Clean space
Develop architectural plans
Install new heating and ventilation
Install security systems
Move walls; remove
Identify new equipment
Order new equipment
Unpack and inspect new equipment
Install new equipment	D,K,H
Reassign staff
Identify new staffing needs
Advertise for new staff
Interview for new staff
Select new hires
Develop care plan protocols
Train staff	R,Q,M,L
Modify quality assurance plans
Coordinate with hospital discharge planners
Complete internal audit	U,G