Oracle Unified Method 5 Essentials (1Z0-568) Exam Study Guide Kim Miller WWA&C Partner Enablement
Objective & Audience Objective To help you prepare to take the Oracle Unified Method 5 Essentials (1Z0-568) exam by providing pointers to study resources. Targeted Audience Project Team Members (intermediate level) 2-3 years of implementation experience (using any methodology) Participation in 1-3 end to end implementations (using any methodology) Up-to-date training and field experience are strongly recommended
Exam Topics & Objectives Exam Topics The Oracle Unified Method 5 Essentials exam consists of six topics: 1. OUM Overview & Awareness 2. Focus Area Specific Overview: Manage 3. Focus Area Specific Overview: Envision 4. Focus Area Specific Overview: Implement 5. Use Case Overview 6. Gathering Requirements Exam Objectives The exam objectives are defined by learner or practitioner level of knowledge: -level: questions require the candidate to recall information to determine the correct answer. Example: Define the term network. -level: questions require the candidate to derive the correct answer from the application of their knowledge, which can only be attained by extensive experience with the product. Example: The client requests xyz functionality, would you recommend a, b or c?
Training Options For each exam topic there a number of training options available through Oracle. The training options are divided into three categories: Boot Camps The Boot Camps are designed as a "jump start" training to enhance your skills by providing role-based training on industry-leading Oracle solutions and services. The boot camps are built as concise, intensive and real-time training to give partners a competitive advantage as they prepare to build powerful solutions for their customers. Many boot camps are available in a classroom environment or in a live virtual class format. Instructor-Led Training (delivered through Oracle University) Partners can take any publicly-scheduled Oracle University courses at a discount. Most courses offer the benefit of hands on experience to help gain a working knowledge of the product. Online Training Oracle Partners are entitled to free access to the Oracle Knowledge Center (OUKC), which includes a vast library of recorded product courses. New courses are regularly added to the library, providing partners with the latest information and training to master new products or to increase proficiency.
Topic 1: OUM Overview & Awareness Objectives Level Describe OUM Benefits Describe OUM Goals Define OUM Structure & Core Components Training Options Online Training Level 1 Overview & Awareness Sample Question Which are OUM objectives? (select 2) A. Ensure customers receive adequate product documentation B. Ensure customers can incorporate service-oriented architecture into their organization C. Ensure customers have an adequate warranty period D. Ensure the use of Oracle s products meets our customers business objectives E. Ensure customers are able to take full advantage of our products rich capabilities
Topic 2: Focus Area Specific Overview: Manage Objectives Level Describe the Goals, Benefits & Components of the Manage Focus Area Define the Structure of the Manage Focus Area Describe Key Concepts & Principles of the Manage Focus Area Describe Applying the Manage Focus Area Training Options Online Training Level 2 Manage Focus Area Overview Sample Question OUM Manage defines as work that is oriented towards a specific goal and is bound by time and budget A. Program B. Project C. Product D. Result E. Endeavor
Topic 3: Focus Area Specific Overview: Envision Objectives Level Describe the Components of the Envision Focus Area Define the Structure of the Envision Focus Area Describe Key Concepts & Principles of the Envision Focus Area Describe Applying the Envision Focus Area Training Options Online Training Level 2 Envision Focus Area Overview Sample Question What were the main reasons the Envision Focus Area was developed? (select 2) A. Bring together multiple disciplines during the pre-sales cycle B. Move focus from project implementations to enterprise planning C. Incorporate more service-oriented architecture into enterprises D. Provide a common language for enterprises E. Capture expertise at the enterprise level
Topic 4: Focus Area Specific Overview: Implement Objectives Level Describe the Principles of OUM Define the Components of the Implement Focus Area Define the Structure of the Implement Focus Area Define Key Terms & concepts for the Implement Focus Area Training Options Online Training Level 2 Implement Focus Area Overview Sample Question Select two characteristics in OUM that did not come from Unified Process. A. Use Case Driven B. Fit-For-Purpose C. Business Process Driven D. Iterative and Incremental E. Risk Focuses
Topic 5: Use Case Overview Objectives Level Describe the Basics of Use Cases Describe How Uses Cases are Used to Gather Requirements Define Key Terms & Concepts for Use Cases Describe the Elements & components of Use Cases Describe Applying Use Cases Training Options Online Training Level 2 Use Case Overview Sample Question What are the main reasons a Project Manager selects Use Cases in addition to a business process model? (select 3) A. Use Cases define a complete set of stakeholders B. Use Cases are easier to create C. Use Cases capture configuration detail D. Use Case descriptions contain a clear goal E. Use Cases include additional details, such as, pre- and post-conditions
Topic 6: Gathering Requirements Objectives Level Define Implement Projects from Envision to Implement Explain the OUM Implement Core Workflow Describe Iteration Planning in OUM Define System Scope Using OUM Use Business Process Modeling with OUM Apply the Domain Model in OUM Develop and Apply the Use Case Model with OUM Evaluate and Prioritize Use Cases Write Scenarios for Use Cases Diagram Use Cases Apply Use Case Advanced Diagramming Develop OUM Requirement Specifications Describe Analysis & Design in OUM Training Options Instructor Led Training Level 3 Gathering Requirements Sample Question Oracle is a service that examines customers critical business challenges to help identify feasible, credible, affordable solutions that will in turn help to achieve their strategic goals. A. Envision B. Manage C. Implement D. Operate E. Insight F. SOA
Exam Registration How to register for the exam? You can register for all Oracle certification exams with Pearson VUE. Before a registration can be submitted, a Pearson VUE profile must be created using your Company ID. Your Company ID can be obtained by contacting your local Oracle Partner Business Center or by signing in to your OPN account. Your Company ID is located in the section on the right under "Company information". Have you completed an Oracle Certification Exam in the past? Due to systems enhancements, each partner who has completed an Oracle Certification Exam will need to update their Pearson VUE profile in order to receive credit and for those records to appear in the OPN Competency Center. How to get full recognition as Certified Implementation Specialist? To get full recognition as a Certified Implementation Specialist you need to: A. Update your Pearson VUE profile with your Company ID B. Activate your Certview Account Please follow these instructions and your records will be properly recorded.