BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains certification | 2-day course

Overview

On this accelerated BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains course, you will expand your knowledge and skills by exploring architecture concepts, processes and techniques – independently of any specific framework.

Upon completion of the course you will be able to understand:

The meaning of ‘architecture’ and the different levels within it;
Different kinds of architecture and the roles architects play in the IT / IS industry;
The business context, and the importance of business-IT alignment;
Architecture precursors: goals, directives and constraints;
Architecture development process and description frameworks;
The various subdomains of enterprise and solutions architecture and their purpose;
The key activities undertaken in each subdomain and the related artefacts.

At the end of this course, you’ll achieve your BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains certification.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology you’ll certify at twice the speed of traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

40% faster

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Audience

This course is ideal for anyone who is involved in any aspect of enterprise and solution architecture, including those who are new-to-role.

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Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 2-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains

Fundamentals of Architecture (25%)

Identify the meaning and levels of architecture.
Identify the various subdomains of enterprise architecture and the interactions between them.
Explain the purpose and role of standards and frameworks in architecture.
Identify relevant frameworks and professional standards which apply to architecture.
Explain the meaning and objectives of governance, risk management and compliance.
Describe an architect’s contribution to a business case.
Explain the purpose and methods of performing gap analysis.
Describe a range of drivers for architecture.
Describe the purpose and use of an architecture description.

Business Architecture (10%)

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

Applications Architecture (10%)

Identify the meaning and objectives of applications architecture.
Describe the key artefacts commonly used in applications architecture.
Describe the 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.

Data Architecture (10%)

Define the meaning and objectives of data architecture.
Describe key artefacts commonly used in data architecture.
Describe key activities undertaken by a data architect.
Explain the differences between data and information and how they are used.
Describe the data structures used by a business and/or its applications.

Infrastructure Architecture (10%)

Define the meaning and objectives of infrastructure architecture.
Describe key artefacts commonly used in infrastructure architecture.
Describe key activities undertaken by an infrastructure architect.

Software Architecture (10%)

Define the meaning and objectives of software architecture.
Describe key artefacts commonly used in software architecture.
Describe key activities undertaken by a software architect.
Describe system modelling techniques.
Describe the role of APIs in software architecture.

Security Architecture (10%)

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
Identify the key concepts in infrastructure architecture security

Solution Architecture (15%)

Identify the meaning and objectives of solution architecture.
Describe the key artefacts commonly used in solution architecture.
Describe the key activities undertaken by an solution architect.
Describe different types of solution requirements.
Explain the purpose and stages of the solution architecture lifecycle.
Identify stakeholder categories in solution architecture.

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll achieve your BCS Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains Certification.

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

No experience of IS / IT or architecture work is required. Training with a BCS accredited training provider is also recommended.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
26.8.2024 (Monday)	27.8.2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-

10.2.2025 (Monday)	11.2.2025 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
24.3.2025 (Monday)	25.3.2025 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
5.5.2025 (Monday)	6.5.2025 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
16.6.2025 (Monday)	17.6.2025 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

BCS - Foundation Certificate in Architecture Concepts and Domains