Understanding 000-318, Ibm Websphere Application Server Network Deployment V8.5 Core Administration

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This certification targets system administrators who perform the installation, configuration and day-to-day tasks associated with ensuring the smooth, reliable and efficient operation of a WebSphere Application Server runtime environment.

Exam Objectives
 Section 1 - Architecture
 Section 2 - Installation, Configuration and Maintenance
 Section 3 - Application Management
 Section 4 - Administrative Tools
 Section 5 - Security
 Section 6 - Clustering and Workload Management
 Section 7 - Intelligent Management and Resiliency
 Section 8 - Performance Monitoring and Tuning
 Section 9 - Problem Determination

Recommended Prerequisite Skills
Candidates should have knowledge in the following areas before preparing for the 000-318 exam.
 basic Java Enterprise Edition 6
 basic Web application architecture and deployments
 network and operating system security concepts
 network or operating system administration and problem determination skills
 understanding of operating systems

Exam Preparation
To prepare for the 000-318 exam, candidates are recommended to be familiar with the job role description and have knowledge of the topics listed in the exam.

Candidates can then then measure their own level of understanding and prepare for the exam accordingly.

Candidates can prepare for the exam through the Tutor Approach which are classroom instructor led course or the Self-Study Approach.

With the tutor approach there is a classroom course called WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration. It’s a 5 day course and candidates are taught the skills needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5.There are hands-on exercises and demonstrations taught to the candidates thus gaining practical experience also.

The alternative Option is the Online Course: WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration.

Candidates can also get help from the following guides:
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Section 2.3.4 Silent mode.
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Section 31.3.4.
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Chapter15.3
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Chapter 16 on demand router topic
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Section 31.4.2 and 31.4.3
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Chapter 24.4.7 Examining the WebSphere enhanced EAR file
 WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration and Configuration Guide Chapter 1.5.1 Centralized changes to configuration and application data

Exam Information
The exam consists of nine sections containing 56 multiple-choice questions. The time allowed to complete the exam is 115 minutes. The passing score required is 60%. The exam is available in English.

Note: This certification will be withdrawn on 11/30/2013. It will be replaced by the IBM Certified System Administrator - WebSphere Application Server Network Deployment V8.5.5 which will be available in December 2013.

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