OCP - Prepration suggestion

Hello Gurus,
Could you all give me your kind suggestions for OCP exam preparation? I'm currently preparing for 10G OCA (IZ0 - 042).
Which material to follow and which topic needs more focus?
Many thanks,
Kam

You may try Boson, Whizlabs I wouldn't recommend that. They are cheaper, but can be misleading as they are quite different from the questions you will get on the exam. If you want to pass guaranteed, use SelfTest.
However, the best way to prepare is by using Oracle Student Guides and practicing.

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Hi All,
I'm 9i OCA and now want to 11g OCP. What is my certification path, is 9i OCA certification help me or I will need to do fresh certification in 11g.
Waiting for your valuable suggestion.
Regards,
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You have a couple of options:
1. you can go ahead and finish your path to 9i DBA OCP and then upgrade to 11g DBA OCP
- pass exam 032
- pass exam 033
- complete training
- complete course submission form
- receive 9i DBA OCP
- pass upgrade exam 055
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2. you can do the full path for 11g DBA OCP (which will include first obtaining 11g DBA OCA)
- pass exam 007, 047, or 051 (since you already have 9i DBA OCA, you probably have already passed one of these exams, or the 001 exam which will exempt you from repeating this step)
- pass exam 052
- receive 11g DBA OCA
- pass exam 053
- complete training
- complete course submission form
- receive 11g DBA OCP
*11g DBA path*
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=198
*9i DBA path*
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=152
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http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=44
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First time preparing for OCP Help me to suggest oracle 10g exam numbers

Hi All,
I want to prepare first time OCP in 10 g .Please suggest me which paper .
from 10g I need to prepare
Regards

Good.
For more information on Exam Details, please take a look at the below link.
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=151
Moreover, from now onwards, if you have any Certification (OCP) doubts/queries, you can post in the relevant Oracel Forums, below is the link for that.
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Guys i did my OCA Certification. KIndly suggest me as what i should do now for a good job in india beside completing OCP certification?

I want to work and i need to know what are the scopes & what i should do to get a good job which has further growth and what courses can i do beside OCP certification. I am confused so kindly help me. Also, i completed my OCA 6 months before does it effect in getting jobs?

As Phillippe indicates -- which OCA you mean makes a big difference. My guess is you are referring to the DBA OCP, but I could be wrong. I have written a number of articles targeted to people looking to start their Oracle career. Links to four of them are below:
DBA or Developer? Deciding which one suits you best. - CertMag
Oracle Certification Prep: I know nothing about Oracle... but I want to be a DBA.
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Purpose of instructor led training requirement for OCP?

What is the purpose of requiring OCP candidates to take an instructor led course? It all seems a bit random / superfluous. Costly too if one does not have an employer willing to pay for the training.
My Oracle Press "OCA/OCP Oracle Database 11g All-in-One Exam Guide" doesn't even hint that classes are a requirement for the OCP; the most said is: "The OCA qualification is based on two examinations; the OCP qualification requires passing a third examination." (pg. XXIX). An incomplete characterization, correct?
And "To prepare for the OCA/OCP examinations, you can attend Oracle University instructor-led training courses, you can study Oracle University online learning material, or you can read this book." (pg. XXIX). Prepare for the exams, sure. But why would such a book omit the not insignificant detail that a perhaps expensive course is required to get the OCP? Seems discourteous to the reader.
From http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=244#5 via http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=198&p_org_id=&lang=
I say it seems random and superfluous because of the following list:
"These foundation courses meet the Hands On Course Requirement for OCP-Level certification:
* Oracle Database 11g: Introduction to SQL
* Oracle Database 11g: Introduction to SQL Ed 1 LVC
* Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I
* Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals l Ed 1 LVC
* Oracle Database 11g: SQL and PL/SQL Fundamentals
* Oracle Database 11g: SQL and PL/SQL Fundamentals Ed 1 LVC
* Oracle Database 11g: Develop PL/SQL Program Units
* Oracle Database 11g: Administration Workshop I
* Oracle Database 11g: Administration Workshop I Ed 1.1 LVC
* Oracle Database 11g: Administration Workshop II
* Oracle Database 11g: Data Warehousing Fundamentals"
A modest Intro to SQL course will count? But an OCA will already have that knowledge. Obviously, one should choose a course with higher-level content. But I'm not sure I understand the logic of the OCA-grade courses being eligible. And for those funding certification without financial assistance from an employer, the question that suggests is this: what is the least expensive way to satisfy the "instructor led" course requirement? I cheapest price I see from Oracle is a 3 day class costing $1,800. It would also cost 3 days of vacation time, or unpaid leave, if an employer is not supportive of certification.

Dana N wrote:
Thanks for your thoughtful reply Hans.
TO expose the candidate to techniques related to the new features rather than traditional techniques that are commonplace in the industry.That makes sense to me. But many of us like to tinker with new features on our own.In my experience, many, many more people want the OCP without doing any work. Some will use pure memorization or out and cheating to get there.
It's unfortunate that you and I get penalized by those.
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And to ensure that the has had at least some hands-on time, instead of only pure theory. While some people may get hands-on at work, many others do not
have that opportunityh, especially in the are of new features.Then it might make sense for OCP certification to allow submission of proof of work experience in place of the HOC, as is the case with other professional certifications.
Yes, that would be nice.
But difficult to verify. and you would be surprised how many organizations have very narrow definitions of the job. Experimenting not allowed in some places.
It all seems a bit random / superfluous. Sad, from an instructors and OCP's point of view, to hear you think of it that way.I don't mean to say there isn't anything new any of us couldn't pick up, say, even from an Intro to SQL course. There's a vastness to most technology topics and we can't master every facet. But the cost/benefit ratio may be terribly low for those who are already Oracle professionals with many years of on the job experience. The reality as well is that some instructors are duds--that's the case anywhere. And for my learning style, I prefer self-guided / on-my-own study.
Costly too if one does not have an employer willing to pay for the training.No doubt.
My Oracle Press "OCA/OCP Oracle Database 11g All-in-One Exam Guide" doesn't even hint that classes are a requirement for the OCP; the most said is: "The
OCA qualification is based on two examinations; the OCP qualification requires passing a third examination." (pg. XXIX). An incomplete characterization, correct?A topic to discuss with the authors, and publisher. We (the user community with whom you are talking) have little to no control over this.Wonder if the authors participate in these forums. I realize you, as a user, have no control over this. But a book blessed by Oracle via Oracle Press, I respectfully submit, can and should do better--by including details about the HOC requirement.
Some do. But much more effetive would be to lodge a formal complaint or inquiry.
"These foundation courses meet the Hands On Course Requirement for OCP-Level certification:
...All of which will ensure you have had time becoming acquainted with SQLPLus, DBControl, and perhaps SQLDeveloper.I already use all 3 tools. Would love to take all the courses listed; but I'm not independently wealthy or otherwise.
So would I. ;-)
As well as logging in (you would be surprised how many OCA candidates do not know how), these all give you an opportunity to issue SQL and PL/SQL
commands. Scary, but seems beside the point. The HOC requirement is one solution to this problem, but it seems like a sub-optimal one. Again, this punishes Oracle professionals already working in the field who'd like to become certified. Why is there no regard for them? One way to correct this, if this is a genuine concern on Oracle's part, is to include a "live" aspect to the exams. Then, if this causes a fail, those who flunk might be interested in taking HOCs to remedy this. In this day and age, I'm certain training could involve interactive SQL*PLUS sessions, etc. Only a failure of imagination and will could prevent I suspect; particularly in a world of virtualization. I'd consider a redesign of exams before I'd require people to pay for classes they may be unable to pay for. It's a bit of an insult to working Oracle professionals who want to add certification.
I agree to some extent. Again, the issue is the consistency in experience. I have met people with 10 years of experience, and others with 10 times 1 year of experience.
A modest Intro to SQL course will count? But an OCA will already have that knowledge. I wish this was consistently true. Then I mispoke. But the HOC still punishes existing Oracle professionals.
I sympathize. I'm an independent, and all exams and certification costs come out of my own (corporate=me) pocket. But life in the professional fast lane is not
cheap. This topic has been the source of some contention for quite some time.
Unfortunately a number of people have been unscrupulous in their method of getting certification - cheating, using gunners, and so on - and I see this as one of
the few ways to combat the issue. If the cheating issue is just left alone, the value of OCP (and any other certification) is effectively lost.The unscrupulous, I'm afraid, will always be with us. This problem is not solved, I'm also afraid, by requiring a costly HOC. It is in my opinion one potential solution of many, and not at all the best one. I wonder how other vendors with certifications handle this. I do know that some industry-generic certifications require proof of X years of work in the field (e.g. GISPs), as well as providing proof of various contributions to the field. This could be gamed as well I suppose. But the honest should not be punished along with the dishonest.Basically I agree with the sentiment. Implementation is the issue.
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Bottom line: in my view, a few alternate solutions to the HOC are:
1) Allow submission of work credentials to substitute for the HOC
2) Incorporate hands-on aspects to the exam, e.g. a SQL*PLUS simulator.
I'm sure the brilliant minds at Oracle, or a suitable contractor, could easily accomplish #2. And #1 might be a true bar-raiser. It seems highly unlikely to me that, say, requiring an Intro to SQL HOC course raises the bar more than a few millimeters.There have been many discussions around this. Several of us have even considered non-vendor certifications as a route to accomplish this.
It is an imperfect world. But hopefully the steps will correct some of the deficiencies.
I am sure Paul and the rest of the Certification team would be happy to hear more feedback on how to implement practical verifiable real-world experience alternatives to the HOC that do not increase Oracle's costs.
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Since both are unlikely to happen any time soon, what is the least expensive option for the HOC and where do I find a list of courses and institutions that offer them? In my view, Oracle should provide this information as a courtesy. No reason not to unless there is a revenue motive; and the author of the blog posts you sent me assures us the addition of the HOC is not a revenue enhancement maneuver. I'd be more inclined to believe it if those words were backed-up with helpful actions like the one I've proposed--since such a thing seems not to exist.All courses and course locations are available through http://education.oracle.com (and have been available for years) as well as the price. Oracle's policy does not allow for much price variation for education. The exception is when bulk purchased are negotiated, which is outside what you and I can talk with them about.

OCP: Exam 1Z0-040

Can anyone pls provide the details on study guides available in the market for oracle 10g release 2 (OCP 1Z0-040 exam)?
Surfed in net but couldnt find any certification study guides for oracle 10g R2.
I am not asking for free dumps or free study guides just names of the book available in the market. In a plan to buy from store only :)
I have guides written by bob bryla and sam alapati. but they are for oracle 10g release 1.
Pls dont suggest oracle course,its too costly and i cant afford that much :(
Thanks,
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user13305449 wrote:
Can anyone pls provide the details on study guides available in the market for oracle 10g release 2 (OCP 1Z0-040 exam)?
Surfed in net but couldnt find any certification study guides for oracle 10g R2.
I am not asking for free dumps or free study guides just names of the book available in the market. In a plan to buy from store only :)
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Pls dont suggest oracle course,its too costly and i cant afford that much :(
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Oracle 10G DBA OCP - for whom has Oracle 7 OCP

I am Oracle 7 certified and plan to have Oracle 10G certified by taking 1Z0-042 (dba 1) and 1Z0-043 (dba2 and workshop).
1. I remember I have taken SQL and PL/SQL when I was certified Oracle 7. Do I still need to one of the
1Z0-001 Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PL/SQL (retired)
or
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or
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4. How many questions and the duration for the exam 1Z0-043 exactly? Oracle site indicated 92 questions form 90 minutes (it was 120 minutes last year), which is pretty short time for a person whose major language is not english.

Hi,
1. I remember I have taken SQL and PL/SQL when I was certified Oracle 7. Do I still need to one of the
1Z0-001 Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PL/SQL (retired)
or
1Z0-007 Introduction to Oracle9i SQL®
or
1Z0-047 Oracle Database SQL Expert
or
1Z0-051 Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals Refer below link for 10g certification path:
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=151
2. can i find out from Oracle that my SQL/PLsql passed in oracle 7 OCP was 1Z0-001? Yes the exam passed by you is -- 1Z0-001 Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PL/SQL (retired), to know this send email to [email protected]
3. Can I take 1Z0-043 first since I took the class and plan to study 1Z0-042 on my own? Yes, you can take 1z0 043 first, then you can go for 1z0 042. But i suggest you to finish first 1z0 042 then go for 1z0 043
4. How many questions and the duration for the exam 1Z0-043 exactly? Oracle site indicated 92 questions form 90 minutes (it was 120 minutes last year), which is pretty short time for a person whose major language is not english.Refer: http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=41&p_exam_id=1Z0_042
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1Z0-045 (for 8i OCPs or Gold DBA 10g)

Hello Gurus, OTN members,
Please clear my doubt about upgrade certification exam.
I am Oracle 8i OCP certified (DBA track); I want to upgrade myself from 8i to 10g; for which I selected paper code "1Z0-045" title "Oracle Database 10g: New Features for Oracle8i OCPs"
I have enrolled myself for it, but at oracle test center, they use OTC tool which connects to pearsonave, where I log on & can select my exam paper code.
They are not using perasonave web browser to conduct the examination.
The reason they use OTC tool so as they need to give the voucher number instead they put order number.
Now, the issue is with this OTC tool, I can see the exam code "1Z0-045" however the exam title reflects as "Gold DBA 10g" (it NOWHERE shows title "Oracle Database 10g: New Features for Oracle8i OCPs") -- But it (title) is there in the pearsonave website.+
I am NOT interested to write this exam title, but according to Oracle test center it is the same & will have NO effect on upgrade path & the certificate.
My purpose of giving this exam is to upgrade myself from 8i OCP to 10g OCP; I am doubting if the syllabus is same and is this really a correct exam code+title.
I request you to please suggest me what I should do & confirm if these paper code, title are same or different.
PS: There are some oracle partner institute which have no issue conducting exam from pearsonave website after providing the voucher name for the same paper code + title "1Z0-045 Oracle Database 10g: New Features for Oracle8i OCPs".

They both are same.
Can be found that this has a different title for OTC
http://www.oracle-exams.net/2010-oracle-available-tests/

Best way to upgrade OCP from 8 to 9i to 10g

Got certified awhile back and need to upgrade my certification - been doing Java programming in the interim but now need the OCP for a new job opportunity that pays much more. Any suggestions on getting certified and what path to take? Should I upgrade from 8 to 9i to 10g or should I just take all the 10g cert tests (might have to go back to school for that path though)? What are your opinions?
Also, as a side question - are there more job opps for Oracle Developers versus Oracle DBAs? If there are more job opps for Oracle Developers, maybe I should concentrate on Oracle Developer Certification versus the Oracle DBA route. What are your opinions on this view?

user601798 wrote:
Got certified awhile back and need to upgrade my certification - been doing Java programming in the interim but now need the OCP for a new job opportunity that pays much more. Any suggestions on getting certified and what path to take? Should I upgrade from 8 to 9i to 10g or should I just take all the 10g cert tests (might have to go back to school for that path though)? What are your opinions?
Also, as a side question - are there more job opps for Oracle Developers versus Oracle DBAs? If there are more job opps for Oracle Developers, maybe I should concentrate on Oracle Developer Certification versus the Oracle DBA route. What are your opinions on this view?You've probably seen [http://www.oracle.com/education/certification] -> 'Already Certified' -> 'Upgrade your certification' ... 1z0-035 + 1z0-040.
But go are probably correct in saying if you've not been doing DBA work for a while then 1z0-042+1z0-043 (I assume you already have 1z0-001) may be better. (I dont think you would mandatorily have to attend a hands on course though of course is advised ... firstly on certview then check with ocpexam_ww ).
In some parts of the world there are probably an excess of people with DBA certifications .... so there may be more job opportunities for developers especially having both java and PL/SQL.

Pls suggest Online docs for 1Z0-051

I am new to the forum and trying to get online Documentation for first exam in the track...Can somebody pls suggest online help and sites related to the OCP..?
Edited by: user10997331 on Apr 10, 2009 1:02 PM

Please read:
1) The forum faq (announcment stickey post at he top of this forum) [http://forums.oracle.com/forums/ann.jspa?annID=794]
2) The certification blog on [http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=39]
3) The oracle certifiaction site has lots currently on [http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=39]
(View all certifications and drill down to a certifaction or exam), you should be able to find the exam topics.
4) Search in this forums for posts on 1z0-051.
5) If you are serious about Oracle also take time to become familar with the Oracle Technology website [http://www.oracle.com/technology] which has links to documentation and tutorials and other resources.
6) IMPORTANT: Some 'online docs' you may find, or are directed to, or may be offered (particularly braindumps), may be unauthorised materials and using them could end up with you losing credit for any exam/certification you may take.
Hopefully you will find these references and places to search useful.
Rgds - bigdelboy.
Edited by: bigdelboy on 10-Apr-2009 14:39 - did not notice hsawwan had replied earlier and given a good reference.

How to get Oracle 11g OCA, OCM, OCP certification?

Hi,
This is my first post! Please pardon my ignorance. I want to get Oracle 11g OCA, OCM, OCP certifications done. How do I go about it? How much does it cost to get these certifications? Could you please suggest a website/url where I can get more information about it.
Thank you,
Tracy

The Oracle Certification Program site should answer your questions.
Assuming you are trying to get certified on the DBA track (there are many different certification tracks, I'm assuming when you say 11g that you mean to indicate that you're interested in the DBA track), you can see the progression of the exams and the options you have on this page.
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OCP Exam II

i am planning to take 10g OCP Exam II, is there any change in exam patern or the same

Once you have made the frist exam, you should know how the exam format is, you may expect something similar, but the most important issue here is not the exam itself but how prepared you are. My usual recommendations, setup a practical environment and practice each exam topic according to the study guide you will find on the certification site for this exam.
For you to receive the OCP a course requirement form must be submitted, so I suggest you to first take the course then make the exam.
~ Madrid

Need ur suggestion

Hi,
I am working as a Oracle DBA and i want to do OCP 10g certification, is it neccessary to undergo oracle university classes training for OCP certifications.
Your suggestions are welcome.

is it neccessary to undergo oracle university classes training for OCP certifications. I believe it is a requirement that you take at least one instructor-led class.
Of course, you can always get the official answer here:
http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=3

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