What OCUP Exams are there?
Fundamental, Intermediate and Advanced. Each level of examination tests a candidate’s knowledge of different concepts and usage of the UML 2.0 specification. Click here for more information on each Exam. Which Exams should I take? You should start with the Fundamental, because passing it is a prerequisite to getting certified at Intermediate, and passing Intermediate is a prerequisite to getting certified at Advanced. So, the real question is – how high should I go? That will depend on the skill set that you have or are learning. Look here for a functional description of the skills that each level of certification indicates. What areas of study are most important to passing each Exam? Look at this Coverage Map (PDF – 128k) to see what is covered in each Exam. It can be a bit overwhelming all in one piece. You will find it a lot easier to learn the UML from courses or books. For more information, click here.
