TOGAF Version 9 Foundation Study Guide E-Book

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Study Guide for Preparing for the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination This document is a Study Guide for TOGAF™ 9 Foundation. It gives an overview of every learning objective for the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus and in-depth coverage on preparing and taking the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination. It is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for certification. The audience for this Study Guide is: Individuals who require a basic understanding of TOGAF 9 Professionals who are working in roles associated with an architecture project such as those responsible for planning, execution, development, delivery, and operation Architects who are looking for a first introduction to TOGAF 9 Architects who want to achieve Level 2 certification in a stepwise manner and have not previously qualified as TOGAF 8 Certified

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TOGAF® 9 Foundation

Study Guide

Preparation for the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination

Prepared by Rachel Harrison of Stratton Edge Consulting

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Title: TOGAF® Version 9 Foundation Study Guide –

Subtitle: Preparation for the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination

Series: TOGAF Series

A Publication of: The Open Group

Author: prof. Rachel Harrison

Publisher: Van Haren Publishing, Zaltbommel, www.vanharen.net

ISBN: 978 90 8753 231 4

Edition: First edition, first impression, September 2009

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Contents

 

Preface 

About The Author 

Trademarks 

Acknowledgements 

References 

 

Chapter 1 Introduction 

1.1 Key Learning Points 

1.2 The TOGAF Certification For People Program 

1.2.1 Certification Document Structure 

1.2.2 Program Vision And Principles 

1.2.3 TOGAF 9 Foundation 

1.2.4 The Certification Process 

1.2.5 Preparing For The Examination 

1.3 Summary 

1.4 Test Yourself Questions 

1.5 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 2 Basic Concepts 

2.1 Key Learning Points 

2.2 Introduction To TOGAF 9 

2.2.1 What Is TOGAF? 

2.2.2 Structure Of The TOGAF Document 

2.3 What Is An Enterprise? 

2.4 What Is Architecture In The Context Of TOGAF? 

2.5 Why Do I Need Enterprise Architecture? 

2.6 What Is An Architecture Framework? 

2.7 Why Do I Need A Framework For Enterprise Architecture? 

2.8 Why is TOGAF Suitable As A Framework For Enterprise Architecture? 

2.9 What Are The Different Architecture Domains That TOGAF Deals With? 

2.10 What Does TOGAF Contain? 

2.10.1 The Architecture Development Method (ADM) 

2.10.2 ADM Guidelines And Techniques 

2.10.3 Architecture Content Framework 

2.10.4 The Enterprise Continuum 

2.10.5 TOGAF Reference Models 

2.10.6 The Architecture Capability Framework 

2.11 Summary 

2.12 Test Yourself Questions 

2.13 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 3 Core Concepts 

3.1 Key Learning Points 

3.2 What Are The Phases Of The ADM? 

3.3 Deliverables, Artifacts, And Building Blocks 

3.4 The Enterprise Continuum 

3.5 The Architecture Repository 

3.6 Establishing And Maintaining An Enterprise Architecture Capability 

3.7 Establishing An Operational Architecture Capability 

3.8 Using TOGAF With Other Frameworks 

3.9 The TOGAF Document Categorization Model 

3.10 Summary 

3.11 Test Yourself Questions 

3.12 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 4 Key Terminology 

4.1 Key Learning Points 

4.2 Key Terms 

4.3 Summary 

4.4 Test Yourself Questions 

4.5 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 5 Introduction To The Architecture Development Method 

5.1 Key Learning Points 

5.2 The Architecture Development Cycle 

5.3 What Is The Relationship Of The ADM To Other Parts Of TOGAF? 

5.3.1 Relationship To The Enterprise Continuum And Architecture Repository 

5.3.2 The ADM And The Foundation Architecture 

5.3.3 The ADM And Supporting Guidelines And Techniques 

5.4 Key Points Of The ADM Cycle 

5.5 How To Adapt The ADM To Your Enterprise 

5.6 The Need For Architecture Governance 

5.7 Scoping The Architecture Activity For Your Organization 

5.8 Integrating The Architecture Domains For Your Organization 

5.9 Summary 

5.10 Test Yourself Questions 

5.11 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 6 The Enterprise Continuum And Tools 

6.1 Key Learning Points 

6.2 Overview Of The Enterprise Continuum 

6.3 The Enterprise Continuum And Architecture Re-Use 

6.4 The Constituent Parts Of The Enterprise Continuum 

6.4.1 The Enterprise Continuum 

6.4.2 The Architecture Continuum 

6.4.3 The Solutions Continuum 

6.5 The Architecture Continuum In Detail 

6.5.1 Foundation Architecture 

6.5.2 Common Systems Architectures 

6.5.3 Industry Architectures 

6.5.4 Organization-Specific Architectures 

6.6 The Solutions Continuum In Detail 

6.6.1 Foundation Solutions 

6.6.2 Common Systems Solutions 

6.6.3 Industry Solutions 

6.6.4 Organization-Specific Solutions 

6.6.5 The Relationship Of The Architecture Continuum To The Solutions Continuum 

6.7 Using The Enterprise Continuum Within The ADM 

6.8 The Architecture Repository 

6.8.1 The Architecture Landscape 

6.8.2 The Standards Information Base 

6.9 Tools Standardization 

6.10 Summary 

6.11 Test Yourself Questions 

6.12 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 7 The ADM Phases 

7.1 Key Learning Points 

7.2 Preliminary Phase 

7.2.1 Objectives 

7.2.2 Approach 

7.3 Phase A: Architecture Vision 

7.3.1 Objectives 

7.3.2 Approach 

7.4 Phase B: Business Architecture 

7.4.1 Objectives 

7.4.2 Approach 

7.5 Phase C: Information Systems Architectures 

7.5.1 Objectives 

7.5.2 Approach 

7.6 Phase D: Technology Architecture 

7.6.1 Objectives 

7.6.2 Approach 

7.7 Phase E: Opportunities and Solutions 

7.7.1 Objectives 

7.7.2 Approach 

7.8 Phase F: Migration Planning 

7.8.1 Objectives 

7.8.2 Approach 

7.9 Phase G: Implementation Governance 

7.9.1 Objectives 

7.9.2 Approach 

7.10 Phase H: Architecture Change Management 

7.10.1 Objectives 

7.10.2 Approach 

7.11 Requirements Management 

7.11.1 Objectives 

7.11.2 Approach 

7.12 Summary 

7.13 Test Yourself Questions 

7.14 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 8 ADM Guidelines And Techniques 

8.1 Key Learning Points 

8.2 ADM Guidelines And Techniques Overview 

8.3 Architecture Principles 

8.3.1 The TOGAF Template For Defining Architecture Principles 

8.3.2 What Makes A Good Architecture Principle? 

8.4 Business Scenarios 

8.4.1 What Is A Business Scenario? 

8.4.2 The Use Of Business Scenarios In The ADM 

8.5 Gap Analysis 

8.6 Interoperability 

8.6.1 Interoperability And The ADM 

8.7 Business Transformation Readiness Assessment 

8.8 Risk Management 

8.8.1 Risk Management In The ADM 

8.9 Capability-Based Planning 

8.10 Summary 

8.11 Test Yourself Questions 

8.12 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 9 Architecture Governance 

9.1 Key Learning Points 

9.2 Introduction To Architecture Governance 

9.3 TOGAF Architecture Governance Framework 

9.3.1 Conceptual Structure 

9.3.2 Organizational Structure 

9.4 The Benefits Of Architecture Governance 

9.5 Architecture Board 

9.6 Architecture Contracts 

9.7 Architecture Compliance 

9.7.1 The Meaning Of Architecture Compliance 

9.7.2 The Need For Architecture Compliance 

9.7.3 The Purpose Of Architecture Compliance Reviews 

9.7.4 The Architecture Compliance Review Process 

9.8 Using The ADM to Establish An Architecture Capability 

9.9 Summary 

9.10 Test Yourself Questions 

9.11 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 10 Views, Viewpoints, And Stakeholders 

10.1 Key Learning Points 

10.2 Concepts And Definitions 

10.2.1 System 

10.2.2 Stakeholders 

10.2.3 Concerns 

10.2.4 View 

10.2.5 Viewpoint 

10.3 Architecture Views And Viewpoints 

10.4 The Relationship Between Stakeholders, Concerns, Views, And Viewpoints 

10.5 The View Creation Process 

10.6 Summary 

10.7 Test Yourself Questions 

10.8 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 11 Building Blocks 

11.1 Key Learning Points 

11.2 What Is A Building Block? 

11.3 Architecture Building Blocks And Solution Building Blocks 

11.3.1 Architecture Building Blocks 

11.3.2 Solution Building Blocks 

11.4 Building Blocks And The ADM 

11.5 The TOGAF Building Blocks Example 

11.5.1 Identify Building Block Scope 

11.5.2 Identify Building Block Requirements And Constraints 

11.5.3 Model The Architecture 

11.5.4 Identify Opportunities 

11.5.5 Identify Building Blocks For Re-Use 

11.6 Architecture Patterns 

11.7 Summary 

11.8 Test Yourself Questions 

11.9 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 12 ADM Deliverables 

12.1 Key Learning Points 

12.2 The Role Of Architecture Deliverables 

12.3 The Purpose Of Key Deliverables 

12.3.1 Architecture Building Blocks (ABBs) 

12.3.2 Architecture Contract 

12.3.3 Architecture Definition Document 

12.3.4 Architecture Principles 

12.3.5 Architecture Repository 

12.3.6 Architecture Requirements Specification 

12.3.7 Architecture Roadmap 

12.3.8 Architecture Vision 

12.3.9 Business Principles, Business Goals, And Business Drivers 

12.3.10 Capability Assessment 

12.3.11 Change Request 

12.3.12 Communications Plan 

12.3.13 Compliance Assessment 

12.3.14 Implementation And Migration Plan 

12.3.15 Implementation Governance Model 

12.3.16 Organizational Model For Enterprise Architecture 

12.3.17 Request For Architecture Work 

12.3.18 Requirements Impact Assessment 

12.3.19 Solution Building Blocks 

12.3.20 Statement Of Architecture Work 

12.3.21 Tailored Architecture Framework 

12.3.22 Transition Architecture 

12.4 Summary 

12.5 Test Yourself Questions 

12.6 Recommended Reading 

Chapter 13 TOGAF Reference Models 

13.1 Key Learning Points 

13.2 The TOGAF TRM As A Foundation Architecture 

13.3 The Integrated Information Infrastructure Reference Model 

13.4 Boundaryless Information Flow 

13.5 Summary 

13.6 Test Yourself Questions 

13.7 Recommended Reading 

 

Appendix A Answers to Test Yourself Questions 

A.1 Answers To The Test Yourself Questions 

Appendix B Test Yourself Examination Paper 

B.1 Examination Paper 

B.2 Questions 

Appendix C Test Yourself Examination Paper Answers 

C.1 Scoring The Examination 

C.2 Answers 

Appendix D TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus 

D.1 Basic Concepts 

D.2 Core Concepts 

D.3 General Definitions 

D.4 Introduction To The ADM 

D.5 Enterprise Continuum And Tools 

D.6 ADM Phases (Level 1) 

D.7 ADM Guidelines And Techniques 

D.8 Architecture Governance (Level 1) 

D.9 Architecture Views, Viewpoints, And Stakeholders 

D.10 Building Blocks 

D.11 ADM Deliverables 

D.12 TOGAF Reference Models (Level 1) 

D.13 TOGAF Certification Program 

Index 

Preface

This Document

This document is a Study Guide for TOGAF® 9 Foundation.

It gives an overview of every learning objective for the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus and in-depth coverage on preparing and taking the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination. It is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for certification.

The audience for this Study Guide is:

• Individuals who require a basic understanding of TOGAF 9

• Professionals who are working in roles associated with an architecture project such as those responsible for planning, execution, development, delivery, and operation

• Architects who are looking for a first introduction to TOGAF 9

• Architects who want to achieve Level 2 certification in a stepwise manner and have not previously qualified as TOGAF 8 Certified

A prior knowledge of enterprise architecture is advantageous but not required. While reading this Study Guide, the reader should also refer to the TOGAF Version 9 documentation1 available online at www.opengroup.org/architecture/togaf9-doc/arch and also available as TOGAF Version 9 “The Book”.

The Study Guide is structured as shown below. The order of topics corresponds to the learning units of the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus (see Appendix D).

• Chapter 1 (Introduction) provides a brief introduction to TOGAF certification and the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination that leads to TOGAF 9 Foundation, as well as how to use this Study Guide.

• Chapter 2 (Basic Concepts) introduces the basic concepts of enterprise architecture and TOGAF. This provides a high-level view of TOGAF, enterprise architecture, architecture frameworks, and the contents of TOGAF.

1 TOGAF Version 9 (ISBN: 9-789087-532307, G091), available at www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/g091.htm.

• Chapter 3 (Core Concepts) describes the core concepts of TOGAF 9.

• Chapter 4 (Key Terminology) introduces the key terminology of TOGAF 9.

• Chapter 5 (Introduction to the ADM) introduces the Architecture Development Method (ADM), the objectives of each phase of the ADM, and how to adapt and scope the ADM for use.

• Chapter 6 (The Enterprise Continuum and Tools) describes the Enterprise Continuum and tools; its purpose, and its constituent parts.

• Chapter 7 (The ADM Phases) describes how each of the ADM phases contributes to the success of enterprise architecture.

• Chapter 8 (ADM Guidelines and Techniques) describes guidelines and techniques provided to support application of the ADM.

• Chapter 9 (Architecture Governance) describes Architecture Governance.

• Chapter 10 (Views, Viewpoints, and Stakeholders) introduces the concepts of views and viewpoints and their role in communicating with stakeholders.

• Chapter 11 (Building Blocks) introduces the concept of building blocks.

• Chapter 12 (ADM Deliverables) describes the key deliverables of the ADM cycle and their purpose.

• Chapter 13 (TOGAF Reference Models) describes the TOGAF reference models, including the Technical Reference Model (TRM) and the Integrated Information Infrastructure Reference Model (III-RM).

• Appendix A (Answers to Test Yourself Questions) provides the answers to the Test Yourself sections provided at the end of each chapter.

• Appendix B (Test Yourself Examination Paper) provides a Test Yourself examination to allow you to assess your knowledge of TOGAF and readiness to take the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination.

• Appendix C (Test Yourself Examination Paper Answers) provides the answers to the examination in Appendix B.

• Appendix D (TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus) provides the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus.

How to Use this Study Guide

The chapters in this Study Guide are arranged to follow the organization of the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus (see Appendix D) and should be read in order. However, you may wish to use this Study Guide during review of topics with which you are already familiar, and it is certainly possible to select topics for review in any order. Where a topic requires further information from a later part in the syllabus, a cross-reference is provided.

Within each chapter are “Key Learning Points” and “Summary” sections that help you to easily identify what you need to know for each topic.

Each chapter has a “Test Yourself ” questions section that will help you to test your understanding of the chapter and prepare for the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination. The purpose of this is to reinforce key learning points in the chapter. These are multiple-choice format questions where you must identify one correct answer.

Each chapter also has a “Recommended Reading” section that indicates the relevant sections in the TOGAF 9 document that can be read to obtain a further understanding of the subject material.

Finally, at the end of this Study Guide is a “Test Yourself ” examination paper that you can use to test your readiness to take the official TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination.

Conventions Used in this Study Guide

The following conventions are used throughout this Study Guide in order to help identify important information and avoid confusion over the intended meaning.

• Ellipsis (…)

Indicates a continuation; such as an incomplete list of example items, or a continuation from preceding text.

• Bold

Used to highlight specific terms.

• Italics

Used for emphasis. May also refer to other external documents.

• (Syllabus reference: Unit X, Learning Outcome Y: Statement)

Used at the start of a text block to identify the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus learning outcome.

In addition to typographical conventions, the following conventions are used to highlight segments of text:

A Note box is used to highlight useful or interesting information.

A Tip box is used to provide key information that can save you time or that may not be entirely obvious.

About The Open Group

The Open Group is a vendor-neutral and technology-neutral consortium, whose vision of Boundaryless Information Flow™ will enable access to integrated information within and between enterprises based on open standards and global interoperability. The Open Group works with customers, suppliers, consortia, and other standards bodies. Its role is to capture, understand, and address current and emerging requirements, establish policies, and share best practices; to facilitate interoperability, develop consensus, and evolve and integrate specifications and Open Source technologies; to offer a comprehensive set of services to enhance the operational efficiency of consortia; and to operate the industry’s premier certification service.

Further information on The Open Group is available at www.opengroup.org.

The Open Group has over 15 yearsí experience in developing and operating certification programs and has extensive experience developing and facilitating industry adoption of test suites used to validate conformance to an open standard or specification.

The Open Group publishes a wide range of technical documentation, the main part of which is focused on development of Technical and Product Standards and Guides, but which also includes White Papers, Technical Studies, and Business Titles.

A catalog is available at www.opengroup.org/bookstore.

About the Author

Rachel Harrison is Managing Director of Stratton Edge Consulting and a Visiting Professor of Computer Science at the University of Reading. Previously, she was Professor of Computer Science at the University of Reading, Head of the Department of Computer Science, Director of Research for the School of Systems Engineering, and Co-Founder and Director of the Reading e‑Science Centre and of the Informatics Research Centre. Her research interests include software metrics, requirements engineering, systems evolution, and software testing. She has published over 80 refereed papers and consulted widely with industry, working with organizations such as IBM, the DRA, Philips Research Labs, Praxis Critical Systems, and The Open Group.

Prof. Harrison holds an MA in Mathematics from Oxford University, an MSc in Computer Science from University College London, and a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Southampton. She is a Member of the British Computer Society, an Affiliate Member of the IEEE-CS, a Member of the Association of Computing Machinery, and is a Chartered Engineer.

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Boundaryless Information Flow™ is a trademark and Archimate®, Making Standards Work®, The Open Group®, TOGAF® and UNIX® are registered trademarks of The Open Group in the United States and other countries.

All other brand, company, and product names are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks that are the sole property of their respective owners.

Acknowledgements

The Open Group gratefully acknowledges The Open Group Architecture Forum for developing The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).

The Open Group gratefully acknowledges the following reviewers who participated in the review of this Study Guide:

• Geoff Burke

• Bill Estrem

• Cathy Fox

• Howard Gottlieb

• Paul Holdforth

• Henk Jonkers

• Andrew Josey

• Graham Neal

• Kiichiro Onishi

• Arnold van Overeem

• Andras Szakal

• Robert Weisman

• Ron Widitz

References

The following documents are referenced in this Study Guide:

• TOGAF Version 9, available online at www.opengroup.org/architecture/togaf9-doc/arch, and also available as TOGAF Version 9 “The Book” (ISBN: 9-789087-532307, G091) at www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/g091.htm.

• Why Does Enterprise Architecture Matter?, White Paper by Simon Townson, SAP, November 2008 (W076), published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/w076.htm).

• Interoperable Enterprise Business Scenario, October 2002 (K022), published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/k022.htm)

• ISO/IEC 42010:2007, Systems and Software Engineering – Recommended Practice for Architectural Description of SoftwareIntensive Systems, Edition 1 (technically identical to ANSI/IEEE Std 1471-2000).

• TOGAF Certification for People: Program Summary Datasheet, February 2009, published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert/docs/togaf9_cert_summary.pdf).

• TOGAF 9 Foundation Datasheet, February 2009, published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert/docs/togaf9_foundation.pdf).

• TOGAF Certification for People: Certification Policy, February 2009 (X091), published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/x091.htm).

• TOGAF Certification for People: Conformance Requirements (Multilevel), February 2009 (X092), published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/x092.htm).

• The Clinger-Cohen Act (US Information Technology Management Reform Act 1996).

• The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (US Public Company Accounting Reform and Investor Protection Act 2002).

• EU Directives on the Award of Public Contracts

• Bill Estrem, “TOGAF to the Rescue” (www.opengroup.org/downloads)

The following web links are referenced in this Study Guide:

• The Open Group TOGAF 9 Certification web site: www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert

• The TOGAF information web site: www.togaf.info

Chapter 1Introduction

1.1 Key Learning Points

This document is a Study Guide for TOGAF® Version 9 for students planning to become certified for TOGAF 9 Foundation. It will familiarize you with all the materials that you need to know in order to pass the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination.

It gives an overview of every learning objective for the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus and in-depth coverage on preparing and taking the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination. It is specifically designed to help individuals prepare for certification.

This first chapter will familiarize you with the TOGAF 9 certification program and its principles, as well as give you important information about the structure of the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination.

The objectives of this chapter are as follows:

• To provide an understanding of TOGAF certification and why you should become certified

• To learn key facts about the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination

1.2 The TOGAF Certification for People Program

(Syllabus Reference: Unit 13, Learning Outcome 7: You should be able to briefly explain the TOGAF Certification program, and distinguish between the levels for certification.)

Certification is available to individuals who wish to demonstrate they have attained the required knowledge and understanding of TOGAF Version 9.

There are two levels defined for TOGAF 9 People certification, denoted Level 1 and Level 2, which lead to certification at TOGAF 9 Foundation and TOGAF 9 Certified respectively. This Study Guide covers the first of these – TOGAF 9 Foundation. Studying for TOGAF 9 Foundation can be used as a learning objective towards achieving TOGAF 9 Certified, as all the learning outcomes are required in both certifications.

Table 1: Certification Levels and Associated Labels

Certification Level

Certification Label

Level 1

TOGAF 9 Foundation

Level 2

TOGAF 9 Certified

Why is TOGAF certification important?

The existence of a certification program for TOGAF provides a strong incentive for organizations to standardize on TOGAF as the open method for enterprise architecture, and so avoid lock-in to proprietary methods. It is an important step in making enterprise architecture a well-recognized discipline, and in introducing rigor into the procurement of tools and services for enterprise architecture.

The two certification levels are summarized in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Figure 1 shows the relationship between Level 1 and Level 2. Level 2 (TOGAF 9 Certified) is a superset of the requirements for Level 1 (TOGAF 9 Foundation).2

Figure 1: TOGAF 9 Certification Program Overview

2 The gap at the top of the pyramid is to signify that additional certification levels may be added in the future.

The Open Group also provides a certification path direct to Level 2 (TOGAF 9 Certified) for individuals who have previously achieved the TOGAF 8 Certified qualification. This is known as the bridging option and is illustrated in Figure 2.

Figure 2: Bridging TOGAF 8 to TOGAF 9

1.2.1 Certification Document Structure

The documents available to support the program are as shown in Figure 3. Program description documents, such as this Study Guide, are intended for an end-user audience including those interested in becoming certified. The Program definition documents are intended for trainers, examination developers, and the Certification Authority. All these documents are available from The Open Group web site.3

Why become certified?

Becoming certified demonstrates clearly to employers and peers your commitment to enterprise architecture as a discipline. In particular, it demonstrates that you possess a body of core knowledge about TOGAF as an open, industry standard framework and method for enterprise architecture. The Open Group publishes the definitive directory of TOGAF Certified individuals, and certified service and product offerings, and issues certificates.

3 Available from the TOGAF 9 Certification web site at www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert, or from The Open Group Bookstore at www.opengroup.org/bookstore.

Figure 3: Certification Document Structure

1.2.2 Program Vision and Principles

The vision for the program is to define and promote a market-driven education and certification program to support TOGAF 9. The program has been designed with the following principles in mind:

Table 2: TOGAF Certification Principles

Principle

Certification Aspects

Openness

The program is open to applicants from all countries.

Fairness

Certification is achieved only by passing an examination that is equivalent to that taken by any other candidate.

Market Relevance

The program is structured to meet the needs of the market for conversion from TOGAF 8, as well as for people without prior TOGAF certification, and for certification at two levels. Additional levels may be introduced during the life of the program, as may updated versions of TOGAF.

Principle

Certification Aspects

Learning Support

Training courses are provided by third parties, according to the needs of the market.

Quality

Training course providers may choose to seek Open Group accreditation for their courses. Accredited courses are listed on The Open Group web site.

Best Practice

The program is designed to follow industry best practice for equivalent certification programs.

1.2.3 TOGAF 9 Foundation

The purpose of certification to TOGAF 9 Level 1, known as TOGAF 9 Foundation, is to provide validation that the candidate has gained knowledge of the terminology, structure, and basic concepts of TOGAF 9, and understands the core principles of enterprise architecture and TOGAF.

The learning objectives at this level focus on knowledge and comprehension.

Individuals certified at this level will have demonstrated their understanding of:

• The basic concepts of enterprise architecture and TOGAF

• The core concepts of TOGAF 9

• The key terminology of TOGAF 9

• The ADM cycle and the objectives of each phase, and how to adapt and scope the ADM

• The concept of the Enterprise Continuum; its purpose, and its constituent parts

• How each of the ADM phases contributes to the success of enterprise architecture

• The ADM guidelines and techniques

• How Architecture Governance contributes to the Architecture Development Cycle

• The concepts of views and viewpoints and their role in communicating with stakeholders

• The concept of building blocks

• The key deliverables of the ADM cycle

• The TOGAF reference models

• The TOGAF certification program

Examination

Certification for TOGAF 9 Foundation is achieved by passing the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination. This is a multiple-choice examination with 40 questions.4

What is the relationship between TOGAF 9 Foundation and TOGAF 9 Certified?

The learning outcomes for TOGAF 9 Foundation are a subset of those for TOGAF 9 Certified. Candidates are able to choose whether they wish to learn in a stepwise manner by becoming certified to TOGAF 9 Foundation and then at a later date TOGAF 9 Certified, or alternately to go direct to TOGAF 9 Certified by taking the examinations back-to-back in one session.

1.2.4 The Certification Process

This Study Guide is aimed at preparing you to become certified for TOGAF 9 Foundation. The examination for this level is the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination, which comprises 40 multiple-choice questions.

The TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus for the examination is contained in Appendix D. Certain topic areas are weighted as more important than others and thus have more questions. The 11 topic areas covered by the examination together with the number of questions per area in the examination follows:

1. Basic Concepts (3 questions)

2. Core Concepts (3 questions)

3. Introduction to the ADM (3 questions)

4. The Enterprise Continuum and Tools (4 questions)

5. ADM Phases (9 questions)

6. ADM Guidelines and Techniques (6 questions)

7. Architecture Governance (4 questions)

8. Architecture Views, Viewpoints, and Stakeholders (2 questions)

9. Building Blocks (2 questions)

10. ADM Deliverables (2 questions)

11. TOGAF Reference Models (2 questions)

4 For the latest information on examinations, see the TOGAF 9 Certification web site at www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert.

1.2.4.1 Format of the Examination Questions

The examination questions are multiple-choice questions. These are very similar in format to the Test Yourself questions included in each chapter. Note that the exact format for display is test center-specific and will be made clear on the screens when taking the examination.

1.2.4.2 What do I need to bring with me to take the Examination?

You should consult with the test center regarding the forms of picture ID you are required to bring with you to verify your identification.

1.2.4.3 Can I refer to materials while I take the Examination?

No; it is a closed-book examination.

1.2.4.4 If I fail, how soon can I retake the Examination?

You should consult the current policy on The Open Group web site. At the time of writing, the policy states that individuals who have failed the examination are not allowed to retake the examination within one (1) month of the first sitting.

1.2.5 Preparing for the Examination

You can prepare for the examination by working through this Study Guide section-by-section. A mapping of the sections of this Study Guide to the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus is given in Appendix D. After completing each section, you should answer the Test Yourself questions and read the referenced sections from the TOGAF documentation. Once you have completed all the sections in this Study Guide, you can then attempt the Test Yourself examination paper in Appendix B. This is designed to give a thorough test of your knowledge. If you have completed all the prescribed preparation and can attain a pass mark for the Test Yourself examination paper as described in Appendix C, then it is likely you are ready to sit the examination.

1.3 Summary

The TOGAF 9 People certification program is a knowledge-based certification program. It has two levels, Level 1 and Level 2, which lead to certification for TOGAF 9 Foundation and TOGAF 9 Certified respectively. The topic for this Study Guide is preparation for taking the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination that leads to the TOGAF 9 Foundation certification. The examination comprises 40 simple multiple-choice questions to be completed in one hour.5

Preparing for the examination includes the following steps:

• You should work through this Study Guide step-by-step.

• At the end of each chapter, you should complete the Test Yourself questions and read the sections of the TOGAF documentation listed under Recommended Reading.

• Once you have completed all the chapters in this Study Guide, you should attempt the Test Yourself examination paper given in Appendix C.

• If you can attain the target score in Appendix D, then you have completed your preparation.

1.4 Test Yourself Questions

Q1: How many certification levels are there in the TOGAF 9 People certification?

A. 1

B. 2

C. 3

D. 4

Q2: Which one of the following is the entry level certification for an individual?

A. TOGAF 9 Certified

B. TOGAF 9 Foundation

C. TOGAF 9 Professional

D. TOGAF 9 Architect

Q3: Which one of the following describes three principles of the TOGAF 9 People certification program?

A. Integrity, Scalability, Flexibility

B. Objectivity, Robustness, Simplicity

5 Additional time is allowed for candidates for whom English is a second language where the examination is not available in the local language.

C. Openness, Fairness, Quality

D. Knowledge-based, Valuable, Simplicity

E. All of these

Q4: Which of the following topic areas is not included in the TOGAF 9 Foundation Syllabus?

A. Architecture Governance

B. Basic Concepts

C. Building Blocks

D. Guidelines for adapting the ADM: Iteration and Levels

E. Introduction to the ADM

Q5: All of the following apply to the TOGAF 9 Part 1 Examination, except which statement?

A. Candidates who fail cannot take the examination again within one (1) month.

B. The examination consists of more than 100 questions.

C. The examination has multiple-choice format questions.

D. It is a closed-book examination.

1.5 Recommended Reading

The following are recommended sources of further information for this chapter:

• TOGAF Certification for People: Program Summary Datasheet, February 2009, published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert/docs/togaf9_cert_summary.pdf)

• TOGAF 9 Foundation Datasheet, February 2009, published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert/docs/togaf9_foundation.pdf)

• TOGAF Certification for People: Certification Policy, February 2009 (X091), published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/x091.htm)

• TOGAF Certification for People: Conformance Requirements (Multilevel), February 2009 (X092), published by The Open Group (www.opengroup.org/bookstore/catalog/x092.htm)

• The Open Group TOGAF 9 Certification web site: www.opengroup.org/togaf9/cert

• The TOGAF information web site: www.togaf.info