What topics are on the HPE7-A03 exam?

Discover Requirements 21%

1.1

Define the goals

1 subtopics

1.1.1Business Goals and Objectives

Learning Objectives

Identify customer business objectives and align network architecture to support them
Define success criteria for the network solution

1.2

Identify the current environment

1 subtopics

1.2.1Existing Infrastructure Assessment

Learning Objectives

Assess current network infrastructure and identify constraints
Document existing environment comprehensively

1.3

Identify the objectives

1 subtopics

1.3.1Technical Requirements

Learning Objectives

Establish clear technical objectives for the network solution
Define performance and availability targets

1.4

Collect information

1 subtopics

1.4.1Requirements Gathering

Learning Objectives

Gather comprehensive requirements from stakeholders
Perform site surveys and network assessments

Domain Hands-on Skills

Requirements gatheringSite surveysDocumentation

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Incomplete requirements gathering
Ignoring existing constraints
Misaligned business objectives

Analyze Requirements 26%

Architect the Solution 32%

Propose the Solution 21%

How do I earn the Aruba Certified Campus Access Architect certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: HPE Aruba Networking Campus Access

Prerequisites

HPE7-A01Aruba Certified Professional - Campus AccessOptional
HPE6-A72Aruba Certified Switching AssociateOptional

Next Steps

HPE7-A05Aruba Certified Campus Access Expert Written
HPE7-A06Aruba Certified Campus Access Expert Practical

Current Level

HPE7-A03Network Architect - Campus AccessArchitect
HPE7-A04Network Architect - Data CenterArchitect

Alternative Paths

HPE7-A02Aruba Certified Professional - Data Center
HPE7-A08Aruba Certified Professional - Switching
HPE7-A09Aruba Certified Professional - ClearPass

Complementary Certifications

HPE2-W09
HPE2-W11

Career Progression

Entry Level

Network AdministratorAruba Certified Associate

Mid Level

Network EngineerAruba Certified Professional

Senior Level

Network ArchitectAruba Certified Network Architect (Current)

Expert Level

Principal ArchitectAruba Certified Expert

Certification Maintenance

Recertification Options:
Retake the current exam versionPass an Expert-level examComplete 60 continuing education creditsPass any two Professional-level exams

How do I study for the HPE7-A03 Exam?

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Official Resources

Free Resources

HPE Aruba Networking Community ForumsCommunity Aruba Airheads Learning CenterLearning portal HPE Aruba Networking YouTube ChannelVideo tutorials

Learn more about this exam

Network Lessons - ArubaTutorial site Reddit r/ArubaNetworksCommunity forum

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

HPE Aruba Networking Central2.5.8

AI features and multi-vendor support likely in future updates

Released: 2024-09-01

AOS-CX10.13

New automation and programmability features

Released: 2024-08-01

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)Standard ratified

Future exam updates will include Wi-Fi 7 design

Released: 2024-01-08

Industry Trends

AI/ML integration becoming standard in network management
Shift from on-premise to cloud-managed architectures
Increased focus on sustainability in network design
Multi-vendor management becoming critical requirement
Edge computing driving new campus architecture patterns

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

HPE7-A01 Aruba Certified Professional - Campus Access
3-5 years of experience with campus network architecture
Experience with HPE Aruba switching and wireless solutions
Knowledge of network security and authentication

Experience Level: Expert

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

Exam Cost	$200 USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	3 years
Recertification	Pass the current version of the exam Pass a higher-level Aruba Expert exam Earn continuing education credits

Aruba Certified Campus Access Architect

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Exam Details

What topics are on the HPE7-A03 exam?

Discover Requirements 21%

Define the goals

Identify the current environment

Identify the objectives

Collect information

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Analyze Requirements 26%

Architect the Solution 32%

Propose the Solution 21%

How do I earn the Aruba Certified Campus Access Architect certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Complementary Certifications

Career Progression

Entry Level

Mid Level

Senior Level

Expert Level

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the HPE7-A03 Exam?

Practice the Aruba Certified Campus Access Architect with our Exam Simulator

Official Resources

Free Resources

Learn more about this exam

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

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

How long is the certification valid?

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