TOGAF 9® Foundation Certification

This TOGAF 9 Foundation course explores the core concepts and principles of the TOGAF standard, diving deep into the phases of the Architecture Development Method (ADM) which sits at the heart of the framework. Any individual or organization with an aspiration to implement industry-leading Enterprise Architecture practices should have a solid understanding of the TOGAF standard.

This fully-accredited online course offers a range of self-paced micro-learning videos, formative quizzes, a downloadable PDF workbook and several revision modules. The practice exams and other training resources are designed to ensure learners pass the TOGAF Foundation exam on their first attempt – and feel confident in the practical application of their new knowledge.  

Foundation

Module 1:
Introduction

Module 2: The Core Concept of TOGAF 9
Putting the Enterprise Architecture framework in context.

Module 3: The Architecture Development Method (ADM)
An overview of each phase, including explanations of Requirements Management, Architecture Principles, Gap Analysis and Risk Management.

Module 4: Architecture Views, Viewpoints and Stakeholders
An examination of the common architecture viewpoints.

Module 5: The Concept of Building Blocks
Description and usage of Building Blocks.

Module 6: The Key Deliverables of the ADM Cycle
Architecture deliverables in the ADM cycle, including Architecture Building Blocks, Architecture Contracts, Architecture Principles, Architecture Visions, Compliance Assessments and Statements of Architecture Work.

Module 7: The Enterprise Continuum 
Explanation of the components, purpose and architecture of the Enterprise, Architecture and Solutions continuums.

Module 8: The Architecture Repository 
Purpose, classes and levels of the Architecture Repository.

Module 9: The TOGAF Standard Reference Models (TRM) 
The high-level components of the TOGAF TRM.

Module 10: Architecture Governance and the ADM 
Role, components and purpose of an Architecture Governance framework.

TOGAF 9 Foundation certified professionals have a sound knowledge of the terminology, principles, concepts and structure of the TOGAF standard. The course fees include the exam voucher for the TOGAF 9 Foundation (Level 1) certification exam, which must be taken at a Pearson Vue center. Pearson Vue is an authorized exam provider for The Open Group.

About the assessment:

• Demonstrate sufficient understanding of the framework
• Multiple-choice
• 40 questions
• 60 minutes (additional time available if English is not your first language)
• Pass mark is 55% or 22/40
• Closed-book

Becoming TOGAF-certified gives Enterprise Architecture professionals, and those working closely with architecture teams, the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and proficiency in the framework. Our TOGAF 9 Foundation course also equips learners with important, transferable skills, including:

• A common language in which to collaborate with other TOGAF architects
• The capabilities to meet an organization’s architectural requirements more fully
• Process optimization skills, to ensure all departments work efficiently
• Being able to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Leadership competencies 

All of this can do wonders for career development, enabling you to increase your earning potential.

A well-defined IT architecture leads to a much more efficient IT operation, providing better returns on existing investments while also reducing risks for future programs. Adopting a world-class Enterprise Architecture standard like TOGAF will also enable much greater consistency and discipline. It improves interoperability and customer-specific usability, reducing waste and costs. The framework integrates business objectives and adapts enterprise-specific operations, reducing complexity and providing better communication channels between internal and external stakeholders.

Training your staff in the latest version of the TOGAF standard, Version 9.2, will simplify and speed up the architecture development process in your organization. This will help you to reduce expenditure for planning, design and implementation.