Overview
This course provides a foundational understanding of the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture framework. It validates the participant’s knowledge of key concepts, terminology, and methodologies necessary to contribute effectively to an architecture project. Learners will explore the TOGAF Standard, the Architecture Development Method (ADM), and supporting techniques to apply Enterprise Architecture within an organisation.
Key focus areas include the TOGAF methodology, architecture governance, and practical applications in digital enterprises. This course also serves as a prerequisite for the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner qualification.
Prerequisites
No prior certification is required. Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture concepts is beneficial but not mandatory.
Target audience
This course is suitable for:
- Individuals new to Enterprise Architecture and the TOGAF methodology
- Professionals working in organisations that apply the TOGAF Standard
- Those seeking a stepwise approach towards the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner qualification
- IT, business, and digital transformation professionals aiming to enhance their architectural understanding
Delegates will learn how to
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental concepts of Enterprise Architecture and the TOGAF Standard
- Define key TOGAF terminology and its application in architecture projects
- Describe the Architecture Development Method (ADM) cycle, its phases, and objectives
- Identify techniques to adapt and apply the ADM within different organisational contexts
- Demonstrate an understanding of Architecture Governance and its role in architecture development
- Recognise the key outputs generated while executing the ADM process
- Prepare for the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation certification exam
Outline
Introduction to TOGAF and Enterprise Architecture
- What is Enterprise Architecture?
- The purpose and benefits of Enterprise Architecture
- The role of TOGAF as an architectural framework
Core concepts of the TOGAF Standard
- The four architecture domains: business, data, application, and technology
- The Enterprise Continuum and its significance
- The Architecture Repository and TOGAF Content Framework
Understanding the Architecture Development Method (ADM)
- Overview of the ADM cycle and its iterative approach
- Objectives and activities in each ADM phase
- The importance of governance in the ADM process
- Adapting and scoping the ADM for digital enterprises
TOGAF architecture content and deliverables
- Key architecture outputs and their purpose
- Stakeholders, concerns, views, and viewpoints
- Using building blocks in architecture development
Applying TOGAF techniques
- Architecture principles and their role in governance
- Business scenarios and gap analysis techniques
- The role of risk management in Enterprise Architecture
Architecture Governance and compliance
- The role of an Architecture Board
- Architecture Contracts and their significance
- Ensuring compliance within TOGAF-based architecture projects
Preparing for the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Foundation exam
- Exam structure and question format
- Study strategies and key focus areas
- Practice questions and exam-taking tips
Exams and assessments
Foundation certification is achieved by passing the TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Part 1 exam:
- Format: Multiple-choice
- Number of questions: 40
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Passing score: 24/40 (60%)
- Supervision: Yes
- Open book: No
- Available via Pearson VUE test centres or online proctoring
The cost of the exam voucher is included with this course.
Hands-on learning
This course includes:
- Practical exercises to reinforce TOGAF concepts
- Case studies illustrating TOGAF application in real-world scenarios
- Interactive discussions on Enterprise Architecture best practices
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