What topics are on the 1Z0-053 exam?

Database Architecture and ASM (Automatic Storage Management) 15%

1.1

ASM Disk Group Management

6 subtopics

1.1.1Creating and Managing ASM Disk Groups

1.1.2ASM Disk Operations

1.1.3ASM Instance Management

1.1.4ASM Files and Allocation Units

1.1.5ASM Compatibility Settings

1.1.6ASM Metadata and Verification

Learning Objectives

Create and manage ASM disk groups with appropriate redundancy
Perform disk group operations including adding, dropping, and undropping disks
Configure ASM compatibility settings for optimal feature usage
Verify ASM metadata consistency and perform backup/restore operations
Understand allocation units and extent management in ASM

Domain Hands-on Skills

Create disk groups with different redundancy levelsAdd and drop disks using ALTER DISKGROUPMount disk groups in RESTRICTED and NORMAL modesUse ASMCMD for metadata backup and restoreConfigure DISK_REPAIR_TIME for disk failure scenarios

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Assuming external redundancy provides ASM-level mirroring
Forgetting that ALTER DISKGROUP DROP DISK triggers automatic rebalance
Not understanding the impact of SHUTDOWN on connected database instances
Confusing COMPATIBLE.ASM with COMPATIBLE.RDBMS attributes

Configuring for Recoverability 12%

Using the RMAN Recovery Catalog 10%

Configuring Backup Specifications 12%

Using RMAN to Create Backups 15%

Performing User-Managed Backup and Recovery 8%

Using RMAN to Perform Recovery 18%

Using RMAN to Duplicate a Database 8%

Performing Tablespace Point-in-Time Recovery (TSPITR) 7%

Monitoring and Tuning RMAN 6%

Using Flashback Technology 12%

Diagnosing the Database 7%

Managing Memory 8%

Managing Database Performance 12%

How do I earn the Oracle Database 11g: Administration II certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Oracle Database Administration

Prerequisites

1Z0-051Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals IRequired
1Z0-052Oracle Database 11g: Administration IRequired

Next Steps

Oracle Certified Master (OCM) - Oracle Database 11g

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional
Oracle Database Cloud Administrator Certified Professional

Career Progression

Entry Level

Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate (OCA)

Professional Level

Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) - Database Administrator

Expert Level

Oracle Certified Master (OCM) - Database Administrator

Recommended Progression

Start with SQL fundamentals certification
Progress to OCA level with Administration I
Achieve OCP with Administration II
Upgrade to latest Oracle Database version (19c/21c/23c)
Consider OCM for expert-level recognition

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Upgrade to Oracle Database 19c OCP (recommended)Pursue Oracle Certified Master (OCM) for 11g (if still available)Take continuing education courses to maintain skills

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Automatic Storage Management (ASM)11g Release 2

Recovery Manager (RMAN)11g Release 2

Flashback Technology11g Release 2

Industry Trends

Shift from on-premises to Oracle Cloud Database services
Increasing focus on autonomous database features
AI and machine learning integration in database management
Automation of DBA tasks reducing manual intervention
Container and Kubernetes deployment of Oracle databases

Who should take this exam?

Required Prerequisites

Exam Code: 1Z0-051; Exam Name: Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I; Status: retired
Exam Code: 1Z0-052; Exam Name: Oracle Database 11g: Administration I; Status: retired

Recommended Experience

6-12 months hands-on Oracle Database administration experience
Experience with RMAN backup and recovery
Understanding of Oracle Database architecture
Familiarity with SQL and PL/SQL
Experience with performance tuning

Experience Level: Intermediate To Advanced

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost	$245 USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE
Online Proctoring	Not Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	Not applicable - exam retired
Recertification	Pursue current Oracle Database 19c OCP certification (1Z0-082 + 1Z0-083) Complete Oracle Database upgrade exam if holding valid 11g OCP

Oracle Database 11g: Administration II

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