Work Study: A systematic analysis of work processes to improve efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste, reducing costs, and optimizing methods. It involves methods study and work measurement.
Methods Study: A component of work study focused on analyzing and improving the way tasks are performed, often through process analysis, flow diagrams, and motion studies.
Work Measurement: The process of establishing the time required for a qualified worker to perform a task at a defined level of performance, used for setting standards and planning.
Critical Path Method (CPM): A project management technique used to identify the sequence of activities that determine the overall project duration, highlighting critical activities that cannot be delayed.
Float (Slack): The amount of time that a task can be delayed without affecting the project's overall completion date. Total float is for the entire project, free float is for individual activities.
1. What does 'Work Study' primarily refer to in construction management?
2. Which of the following is the first stage in material procurement?
3. What is the primary role of a construction project network in project management?
Work Study — definition?
Systematic analysis to improve work efficiency.
Material Computation — stage?
Estimating material quantities and costs.
Construction Project Network — role?
Visualizes activity sequences and dependencies.
Critical Path Analysis — mechanism?
Identifies longest activity sequence determining duration.
Project Float — calculation?
LFT - EST - activity duration.
Negligence — defense?
Contributory, comparative, assumption of risk, statutory compliance, act of God.
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