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Exam Information
Official specifications published by The Open Group
Exam Format
60 min
60% (24 out of 40)
Foundation
Registration
$320 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
No expiration
Not required - certification does not expire; Can upgrade to TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner by taking Part 2 exam (OGEA-102)
OGEA-101 Exam Topics and Domains
OGEA-101 is organized into 7 weighted domains. Expect to work with Architecture Repository, Architecture Governance Framework, ADM Guidelines, ADM Guidelines and Techniques, and more.
1
TOGAF Basic Concepts
15%
Enterprise Architecture Fundamentals
Definitions of Enterprise and ArchitectureTOGAF Framework Overview
- Define Enterprise Architecture and its purpose
- Explain the structure and key concepts of TOGAF
- Identify the benefits of using TOGAF
Architecture Domains
Four Architecture Domains
- Describe the four architecture domains
- Understand the relationships between domains
- Identify domain-specific deliverables
2
Core Concepts
20%
Architecture Development Method (ADM) Overview
ADM Structure and PhasesADM Iteration
- Describe the ADM cycle and its phases
- Understand iteration within the ADM
- Identify key deliverables for each phase
Enterprise Continuum
Enterprise Continuum StructureArchitecture Partitioning
- Explain the Enterprise Continuum concept
- Classify architecture artifacts appropriately
- Understand architecture partitioning
3
ADM Phases
25%
Preliminary Phase
Establishing Architecture Capability
- Understand the purpose of the Preliminary Phase
- Identify key activities and deliverables
- Establish architecture capability
Phase A: Architecture Vision
Developing Architecture Vision
- Create an Architecture Vision
- Identify stakeholders and concerns
- Define architecture scope
Phases B, C, D: Architecture Development
Business Architecture (Phase B)Information Systems Architectures (Phase C)Technology Architecture (Phase D)
- Develop domain-specific architectures
- Perform gap analysis
- Create architecture definitions
Phases E, F, G, H: Planning and Governance
Opportunities and Solutions (Phase E)Migration Planning (Phase F)Implementation Governance (Phase G)Architecture Change Management (Phase H)
- Plan architecture implementation
- Establish governance mechanisms
- Manage architecture changes
4
ADM Guidelines and Techniques
15%
ADM Adaptation
Tailoring the ADM
- Understand ADM adaptation principles
- Apply tailoring techniques
- Integrate with other methodologies
Architecture Principles
Developing and Applying Principles
- Develop architecture principles
- Apply principles in decision-making
- Manage principle lifecycle
Stakeholder Management
Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement
- Identify and classify stakeholders
- Develop engagement strategies
- Manage stakeholder concerns
5
Architecture Content Framework
10%
Architecture Deliverables
Deliverable Types and Structure
- Identify architecture deliverables
- Understand deliverable structure
- Select appropriate deliverables
Building Blocks
Architecture and Solution Building Blocks
- Differentiate between ABBs and SBBs
- Develop building blocks
- Implement reuse strategies
6
Architecture Capability and Governance
10%
Architecture Governance
Governance Framework
- Establish governance structures
- Define Architecture Board roles
- Implement compliance processes
Architecture Repository
Repository Structure and Management
- Structure the Architecture Repository
- Manage repository content
- Utilize reference models
7
Architecture Views and Viewpoints
5%
Views and Viewpoints
Creating Architecture Views
- Create architecture views
- Select appropriate viewpoints
- Align views with stakeholder concerns
How do I earn this certification?
Passing OGEA-101 earns the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation certification. It sits in the Enterprise Architecture track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- OGBA-101 - TOGAF Business Architecture FoundationSpecialized focus on business architecture
- OG0-091 - TOGAF 9 Part 1 (Legacy)Previous version - consider OGEA-10B bridge exam
- OGEA-10B - TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Bridge ExamFor those with TOGAF 9 Certified upgrading to TOGAF 10
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for OGEA-101.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2022-10-17
- Announcement date: 2022-04-25
Updates
- Cloud Computing TOGAF 10 Enhanced coverage of cloud architecture patterns • Release date: 2022-10-17
- Microservices Architecture TOGAF 10 New considerations for distributed architectures • Release date: 2022-10-17
- Zero Trust Security TOGAF 10 Security architecture considerations updated • Release date: 2023-06-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Enterprise Architects beginning their journey and Business Analysts.
- Understanding of business and IT concepts
- Basic knowledge of enterprise architecture
- Familiarity with organizational structures