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Exam Information
Official specifications published by The Open Group
Exam Format
60 min
60%
Foundation
Registration
$360 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
Lifetime
OGA-031 Exam Topics and Domains
OGA-031 is organized into 14 weighted domains.
1
Basic Concepts and Definitions
8%
Introduction to ArchiMate
Purpose of ArchiMateArchiMate Specification Overview
- Explain the purpose and benefits of ArchiMate
- Understand ArchiMate as an Open Group standard
- Describe the role of ArchiMate in Enterprise Architecture
2
Language Structure
10%
ArchiMate Core Framework
Layers and AspectsElements and Relationships
- Describe the ArchiMate core framework structure
- Identify the three layers and three aspects
- Understand the element and relationship taxonomy
3
Generic Metamodel
7%
Metamodel Concepts
Core Metamodel StructureBehavior and Structure Elements
- Understand the ArchiMate metamodel structure
- Identify common patterns in the metamodel
- Explain element inheritance and specialization
4
Relationships
12%
Structural Relationships
Composition and AggregationAssignment and Realization
- Identify and apply structural relationships correctly
- Understand relationship strength and derivation rules
- Model structural patterns using appropriate relationships
Dependency Relationships
Serving and AccessInfluence and Association
- Model dependencies between architecture elements
- Apply dependency relationships appropriately
- Understand relationship directionality
Dynamic Relationships
Triggering and Flow
- Model dynamic behavior using relationships
- Understand temporal and causal relationships
- Apply flow and triggering patterns
Other Relationships
Specialization and Junctions
- Use specialization for element inheritance
- Apply junctions for relationship branching
- Understand connector notation
5
Motivation Elements
8%
Motivation Concepts
Stakeholders and DriversGoals and OutcomesValue and Meaning
- Model enterprise motivation using ArchiMate
- Connect motivation to core architecture
- Understand stakeholder concerns and requirements
6
Strategy Elements
7%
Strategy Concepts
Strategy and TacticsResources and Capabilities
- Model business strategy using ArchiMate
- Connect strategy to architecture implementation
- Understand capability-based planning
7
Business Layer
10%
Business Active Structure
Business Actors and RolesBusiness Interfaces
- Model business organization structure
- Define business actors and their roles
- Specify business interfaces and services
Business Behavior
Business Processes and FunctionsBusiness Events and Services
- Model business processes and functions
- Define business events and their impacts
- Specify business service realization
Business Passive Structure
Business ObjectsRepresentations and Meaning
- Model business information structure
- Define business objects and products
- Specify information representations
8
Application Layer
9%
Application Active Structure
Application ComponentsApplication Interfaces
- Model application architecture structure
- Define application components and collaborations
- Specify application interfaces
Application Behavior
Application Functions and ServicesApplication Interactions and Events
- Model application behavior and services
- Define application functions and processes
- Specify application interactions
Application Passive Structure
Data Objects
- Model application data structure
- Define data objects and relationships
- Understand data management patterns
9
Technology Layer
9%
Technology Active Structure
Technology InfrastructureTechnology Interfaces and Paths
- Model technology infrastructure
- Define nodes and system software
- Specify technology interfaces and networks
Technology Behavior
Technology Services and FunctionsTechnology Events and Interactions
- Model technology behavior and services
- Define technology functions and processes
- Specify technology interactions
Technology Passive Structure
Artifacts and Materials
- Model technology artifacts
- Define deployment units
- Understand artifact relationships
10
Cross-Layer Dependencies
8%
Layer Relationships
Business to ApplicationApplication to TechnologyBusiness to Technology
- Model relationships between architecture layers
- Understand service provisioning across layers
- Apply cross-layer patterns correctly
11
Physical Elements
5%
Physical Concepts
Equipment and FacilitiesMaterials
- Model physical infrastructure and facilities
- Understand equipment and material concepts
- Apply physical element patterns
12
Implementation and Migration
7%
Implementation Concepts
Work Packages and DeliverablesPlateaus and Gaps
- Model implementation and migration plans
- Define work packages and deliverables
- Understand plateau and gap concepts
13
Views and Viewpoints
5%
Architecture Views
Viewpoint ConceptsStandard Viewpoints
- Understand viewpoint and view concepts
- Apply standard ArchiMate viewpoints
- Create stakeholder-specific views
14
ArchiMate Language Use and Application
4%
Language Application
Modeling GuidelinesTool Support
- Apply ArchiMate modeling best practices
- Understand tool support and model exchange
- Create quality architecture models
How do I earn this certification?
Passing OGA-031 earns the ArchiMate 3 Foundation certification. It sits in the Enterprise Architecture Modeling track.
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- OG0-091 - TOGAF 9 FoundationComplementary EA framework knowledge
- OG0-092 - TOGAF 9 CertifiedAdvanced EA framework certification
- OGB-001 - TOGAF Business Architecture FoundationSpecialized business architecture focus
- OGEA-101 - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture FoundationLatest TOGAF certification track
- OGEA-103 - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture CombinedCombined TOGAF certification path
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2019-11-05
- Announcement date: 2019-11-05
Updates
- ArchiMate Metamodel 3.2 Minor - exam still based on 3.1 but compatible • Release date: 2022-10-15
- ArchiMate Exchange Format 3.1 Medium - tool interoperability questions may appear • Release date: 2020-07-01
Who should take this exam?
- Basic understanding of Enterprise Architecture
- Familiarity with business and IT concepts
- Knowledge of architecture modeling helpful