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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Tableau
Exam Format
90 min
55
750
Associate
Registration
$250 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
2 years
Retake the current version of the exam; Pass a higher-level Tableau certification; Complete continuing education requirements
SCA-C01 Exam Topics and Domains
SCA-C01 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Repository, File Store, Data Server, Gateway, and more.
1
Connecting to and Preparing Data
20%
Tableau Server Architecture
User Experience and TopologyServer Versions and Requirements
- Understand Tableau Server architecture and topology
- Identify hardware and software requirements
- Plan appropriate deployment configurations
Licensing and Network Infrastructure
Licensing ModelsNetwork Infrastructure
- Configure appropriate licensing models
- Design network infrastructure for Tableau Server
- Implement security best practices
2
Installation and Configuration
26%
Installation Process
Installation StepsIdentity Store Configuration
- Execute Tableau Server installation
- Configure identity store options
- Implement authentication methods
Security and Permissions
SSL ConfigurationPermissions Model
- Configure SSL/TLS security
- Implement permission models
- Manage security configurations
3
Administration
36%
User and Group Management
User ManagementGroup Management
- Manage users and groups effectively
- Configure site roles
- Implement group-based security
Content and Data Management
Data Connection MaintenanceSubscriptions and Alerts
- Manage data connections
- Configure subscriptions
- Implement alerting
Backup and Recovery
Backup ProceduresRestore and Recovery
- Implement backup strategies
- Execute restore procedures
- Plan disaster recovery
API and Automation
REST API Usagetabcmd and TSM Commands
- Utilize REST API
- Automate with tabcmd
- Script administrative tasks
4
Monitoring and Maintenance
20%
Performance Monitoring
Server AnalysisLog File Management
- Monitor server performance
- Analyze log files
- Optimize server resources
System Maintenance
License UpdatesSite Resource Validation
- Maintain licenses
- Manage server resources
- Perform routine maintenance
5
Troubleshooting
12%
Common Issues Resolution
Authentication IssuesPerformance Issues
- Diagnose common issues
- Implement solutions
- Prevent recurring problems
Support and Documentation
Log File Packaging
- Collect diagnostic information
- Create support cases
- Document issues effectively
6
Migration and Upgrade
6%
Upgrade Process
Version UpgradesMigration Scenarios
- Plan upgrades effectively
- Execute migrations
- Ensure compatibility
How do I earn this certification?
Passing SCA-C01 earns the Tableau Server Certified Associate certification. It sits in the Server Administration track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- SCP-C01 - Tableau Server Certified Professional
- TCA-C01 - Tableau Certified Architect
Alternative Paths
- TDA-C01 - Tableau Data AnalystComplementary data analysis skills
- TCP-C01 - Tableau Certified Consultant Business consulting focus
- Salesforce-Admin - Salesforce Certified Administrator Integration with Salesforce ecosystem
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-01-15
Updates
- Tableau Services Manager (TSM) 2024.3 New commands and features may appear in future exam updates • Release date: 2024-10-01
- Resource Monitoring Tool 2024.3 Enhanced monitoring capabilities relevant to performance domain • Release date: 2024-10-01
- Tableau Server REST API 3.20 New API endpoints for automation tasks • Release date: 2024-08-15
Who should take this exam?
- 6 months of hands-on experience with Tableau Server
- Understanding of server administration concepts
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals
- Experience with Tableau Desktop
- Familiarity with data source management