What is BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course?

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course is designed to provide Learners with a foundational understanding of architecture concepts and domains within an enterprise context. This course covers critical architectural principles, frameworks, and practices, enabling learners to align IT architecture with business strategies and goals.

Learners will explore the fundamental domains of architecture, including business, data, application, and technology, along with their interdependencies. The training prepares learners to effectively support architecture teams and contribute to architectural decision-making processes.

This comprehensive 3-day BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course by Oakwood International empowers professionals to enhance their understanding of enterprise architecture and prepares them for the certification exam.
 

Course Objectives
 

  • To understand the fundamental principles and concepts of enterprise architecture

  • To explore the primary architecture domains: business, data, application, and technology

  • To learn how to align architecture with organisational strategies and objectives

  • To understand architectural governance and decision-making processes

  • To gain insights into the use of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF

  • To develop foundational skills for collaborating with architecture teams

  • To prepare for the BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains exam

Upon completion, Learners will have the foundational knowledge to support enterprise architecture initiatives and pursue certification.

Course Outline

BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course

Module 1: Fundamentals of Architecture

  • Meaning and Levels of Architecture

  • Various Subdomains of Enterprise Architecture and the Interactions Between Them

  • Purpose and Role of Standards and Frameworks in Architecture

  • Relevant Frameworks and Professional Standards Which Apply to Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Governance, Risk Management and Compliance

  • Architect’s Contribution to a Business Case

  • Purpose and Methods of Performing Gap Analysis

  • Range of Drivers for Architecture

  • Purpose and Use of an Architecture Description
     

Module 2: Business Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Business Architecture

  • Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Business Architecture

  • Key Activities Undertaken by a Business Architect

  • Structure and Behaviour of a Business System
     

Module 3: Applications Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Applications Architecture

  • Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Applications Architecture

  • Key Activities Undertaken by an Applications Architect

  • Use and Behaviour of Applications in a Business

  • Purpose and Use of Cross-Reference Grids

  • Different Kinds of Application
     

Module 4: Data Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Data Architecture

  • Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Data Architecture

  • Key Activities Undertaken by a Data Architect

  • Differences Between Data and Information and How They are Used

  • Data Structures Used by a Business and/or its Applications
     

Module 5: Infrastructure Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Infrastructure Architecture

  • Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Infrastructure Architecture

  • Key Activities Undertaken by an Infrastructure Architect
     

Module 6: Software Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Software Architecture

  • Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Software Architecture

  • Key Activities Undertaken by a Software Architect

  • System Modelling Techniques

  • Role of APIs in Software Architecture
     

Module 7: Security Architecture

  • Identify the Meaning and Objectives of Security Architecture

  • Describe the Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Security Architecture

  • Describe the Key Activities Undertaken by a Security Architect

  • Identify Legislation and Professional Standards Relevant to Security Architecture

  • Identify the Key Concepts in Data Architecture Security

  • Identify the Key Concepts in Applications Architecture Security

  • Key Concepts in Infrastructure Architecture Security
     

Module 8: Solution Architecture

  • Identify the Meaning and Objectives of Solution Architecture

  • Describe the Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Solution Architecture

  • Describe the Key Activities Undertaken by a Solution Architect

  • Describe Different Types of Solution Requirements

  • Explain the Purpose and Stages of the Solution Architecture Lifecycle

  • Stakeholder Categories in Solution Architecture

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Included

  • No course includes are available.

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  • certificate Completion Certificate
  • study Tutor Support
  • workbook Interactive Quizzes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What topics are covered in the BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course?

The course covers architecture principles, business, data, application, and technology domains, governance, frameworks, and certification preparation.

Q. How can this training benefit my career?

This certification validates your foundational knowledge of enterprise architecture, enhancing your ability to support architectural initiatives and pursue advanced roles.

Q. Is this certification recognised globally?

Yes, the BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains is widely recognised across industries and geographies.

Q. What support is provided during the training?

Learners receive access to comprehensive course materials, expert-led sessions, and practice exams to ensure a thorough understanding of the concepts and exam readiness.

Q. Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes, this course is designed for individuals with little or no prior experience in enterprise architecture, offering foundational knowledge to build upon.

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