BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Overview

BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains​ Course Outline

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
  • Describe an Architect’s Contribution to a Business Case
  • Purpose and Methods of Performing Gap Analysis
  • Describe a Range of Drivers for Architecture
  • Purpose and Use of an Architecture Description

Module 2: Business Architecture

  • Identify the Meaning and Objectives of Business Architecture
  • Describe the Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Business Architecture
  • Describe the Key Activities Undertaken by a Business Architect
  • Describe the Structure and Behaviour of a Business System

Module 3: Applications Architecture

  • Identify the Meaning and Objectives of Applications Architecture
  • Important Artefacts Commonly Used in Applications Architecture
  • Key Activities Undertaken by an Applications Architect
  • Describe the Use and Behaviour of Applications in a Business
  • Explain the Purpose and use of Cross-Reference Grids
  • Identify Different Kinds of Application

Module 4: Data Architecture

  • Meaning and Objectives of Data Architecture
  • Describe 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 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
  • Describe Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Software Architecture
  • Activities Undertaken by a Software Architect
  • System Modelling Techniques
  • Role of APIs 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
    • Data Architecture Security
    • Applications Architecture Security
    • Infrastructure Architecture Security

Module 8: Solution Architecture

  • Identify the Meaning and Objectives of Solution Architecture
  • Key Artefacts Commonly Used in Solution Architecture
  • Key Activities Undertaken by a Solution Architect
  • Different Types of Solution Requirements
  • Purpose and Stages of the Solution Architecture Lifecycle
  • Stakeholder Categories in Solution Architecture

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Who should attend this BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course?

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Training Course caters to professionals either engaged in or intrigued by IT Architecture. This includes:

  • Aspiring Architects
  • IT Professionals
  • Business Analysts
  • Enterprise Leaders
  • Decision Makers
  • IT Consultants
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Engineers

Prerequisites of the BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course

There are no specific prerequisites for attending this BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains. However, some understanding of IT systems and basic business processes could be beneficial.

BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course Overview

IT Architecture is the cornerstone of any successful business, encompassing the tools, solutions, and processes needed to realise an organisation's vision efficiently, compliantly, and cost-effectively. This Business Analysis Training delves into the essential concepts of architecture and explores the various domains in which architects operate. Proficiency in this course empowers individuals with the knowledge needed to drive rapid professional growth and gain  career opportunities in the field of architecture.

As businesses increasingly rely on digital technology to drive growth and innovation, the demand for skilled IT architects is soaring. The BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains is designed for individuals who aspire to establish their career in IT architecture, IT management, systems engineering, and software development. By mastering the fundamentals of IT architecture, delegates can create, develop, and execute IT solutions that meet the evolving needs of their organisations.

In this 3-day BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Training Course, delegates will gain a thorough understanding of the gap analysis tools to identify differences between two situations or solutions, embodied by two architecture descriptions.  This Business Analysis Certification will be led by our highly professional trainers who have years of experience teaching such courses and will assist delegates in gaining skills and understanding of architecture.

Additionally, this Business Analysis Certification not only imparts knowledge about architecture concepts but also instills the critical skills needed to align an organisation's strategic objectives with its architectural solutions. Delegates will learn how to assess and balance business goals, technical requirements, and compliance regulations, ensuring that architectural decisions align with the overarching vision.

Course Objectives

  • To gain the skills  to maintain suitable hardware and software solutions
  • To understand  how data can be moved through the data lifecycle
  • To know the role and responsibilities of an IT architect
  • To learn about complying with data legislation and regulations
  • To design and develop IT architectures that meet business goals and objectives
  • To apply industry-standard architecture frameworks and methodologies

Upon completing this BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Training Course, delegates will not only possess a solid understanding of architecture principles but will also be equipped with practical skills to analyse, evaluate, and implement architectural solutions effectively.

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What's included in this BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Course?

  • BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack  

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BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Exam Information

The BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains exam evaluates a candidate's foundational understanding of architectural principles, methodologies, ensuring alignment with BCS standards for effective IT and business architectural practices. The format of the exam is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 40 
  • Total Marks: 40 Marks 
  • Pass Mark: 65% or 26/40 Marks 
  • Duration: 1 Hour
  • Open Book/Closed Book: Closed Book

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BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains FAQs

Business architecture shows how components like capabilities, processes, organisation, and information work together and expose how a company is formed.
There are no formal prerequisites for attending this BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Training course.
This BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Training course is suitable for anyone who is involved in any aspect of enterprise and solution architecture, including newcomers to the role.
A solutions architect develops the overarching technical vision for a particular approach to solving a business issue. They create, explain, and oversee the solution.
The detection, analysis, and reaction to risk elements that are inherent in a business's operations are all included in risk management.
Four architectural domains are widely accepted as subsets of overall enterprise architecture, such as business architecture, data architecture, application architecture, and technology architecture.
In this BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Training course, you will learn various knowledge base concepts such as compliance with enterprise architecture principles and policy directives, tools, outputs, and documentation related to the organisation’s infrastructure, and the structure of hardware and software components.
The training fees for BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains certification in the United Kingdom starts from £1995
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