[, ] (; ) a way of planning a project and calculating how long it will last by examining which order of tasks will have the fewest delays and complete the project in the fastest and cheapest way 关键路线分析法，关键程序法（分析哪一个工作程序可以在最快及最便宜的情况完成项目的方法）◆They use critical path analysis for scheduling complex jobs. 他们利用关键路线分析法安排复杂的工作。◆The critical path method is a key tool for managing project schedules. 关键路线分析法是管理项目日程的一个重要工具。➡ picture at PERT