ArchiMate® Training

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The ArchiMate® course is accredited by The Open Group

Online Instructor-led (2 days)

Classroom (2 days)

Official The Open Group ArchiMate® Level 1 Exam

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course Outline

This ArchiMate® 3 Training Course thoroughly explains the basics of the ArchiMate® modelling language in order to comprehensively prepare delegates for the ArchiMate® 3 Part 1 and ArchiMate® 3 Part 2 exams. These topics include:

Unit 1: Basic Concepts and Definitions 

  • Introduction to ArchiMate Language 
  • ArchiMate Language for Enterprise Architecture Modelling 
  • What is Enterprise Architecture? 
  • Key Enterprise Architecture Concepts 
  • Stakeholders and Concerns 
  • Describing Enterprise Architectures
  • ArchiMate Language Supports the Development of Enterprise Architectures
  • Definitions
  • Examples

Unit 2: Language Structure 

  • Top-Level Hierarchy of ArchiMate Concepts 
  • Definitions: Model, Concept, Element
  • Layering of ArchiMate Language 
  • Definition: ArchiMate Core Language 
  • ArchiMate Core Language: Three Main Layers
  • Cross-Layer Relationship: Serving
  • Cross-Layer Relationship: Realization
  • Example: Multilayer Model
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Business Layer
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Application Layer
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Technology Layer
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Cross Layer Interaction
  • ArchiMate Core Framework 
  • The ArchiMate Full Framework
  • Abstract in ArchiMate Language  
  • External Vs Internal 
  • Types Vs Instances 
  • Behaviour Vs Active Structure 
  • Conceptual Vs Logical Vs Physical 
  • Types Vs Instances
  • Concepts and their Notation
  • Use of Nesting 
  • Use of Colours and Notational Cues 
  • Example: Use of Colors and Notational Cues

Unit 3: Generic Metamodel 

  • Design Approach
  • Metamodels at Different Levels of Specificity
  • Design and Core Concepts
  • Hierarchy of Behaviour and Structure Elements 
  • Behaviour and Structure Elements Metamodel 
  • Behaviour Elements Notation 
  • Aspects 
  • Behavior and Structure Elements Metamodel
  • Active Structure Element Notation
  • Behavior Elements
  • Additional Behaviour Element Type: Event 
  • Passive Structure Elements 
  • Specialisations of Structure and Behaviour Elements 
  • Summary of Specialisation of Core Elements 
  • Motivation and Composite Elements 
  • Grouping 
  • Location 

Module 4: Modelling Relationships 

  • Relationships 
  • Structural Relationships 
  • Structural Relationships Realization
  • Structural Relationships Assignment
  • Structural Relationships Aggregation
  • Structural Relationships Composition
  • Semantics of Structural Relationships
  • Dependency, Dynamic, and Other Relationship  
  • Relationship Connectors
  • Relationship Review  

Unit 5: Modelling Motivation  

  • Motivation Elements 
  • Motivation Elements Metamodel 
  • Stakeholder, Driver, and Assessment 
  • Goals and Outcomes  
  • Principles, Requirements, and Constraints 
  • Meaning and Value 
  • Using Motivation Elements with Core Elements

Unit 6: The Strategy Layer

  • Strategy Elements Metamodel 
  • Resource (Structure Element)
  • Capability (Behavior Element)
  • Value Stream
  • Course of Action (Behavior Element)
  • Using Strategy Elements with Motivation and Core Elements
  • Strategy Layer Elements Review

Unit 7: Business Layer  

  • Business Layer Metamodel
  • Active Structure, Behaviour, and Passive Structure 
  • Business Internal Active Structure Elements
  • Active Structure Elements
  • Business Actor
  • Business Role
  • Business Collaboration
  • Business Interface
  • Behavior Elements
  • Business Internal Behavior Elements
  • Business Process
  • Business Event
  • Business Service
  • Business Interaction
  • Passive Structure Elements
  • Business
  • Object
  • Representation
  • Contract
  • Composite Element  

Unit 8: Application Layer  

  • Application Layer Metamodel 
  • Active Structure, Behavior and Passive Structure
  • Active Structure Elements
  • Application Component
  • Application Collaboration
  • Passive Structure Elements

Unit 9: Technology Layer  

  • Technology Layer Metamodel
  • Active Structure, Behavior and Passive Structure
  • Active Structure Elements  

Unit 10: Modelling Physical Elements 

  • Physical Elements Metamodel 
  • Physical Behavior Elements
  • Passive Structure Elements 

Unit 11: Relationships Between Core Layers 

  • Alignment of the Business Layer and Lower Layers 
  • Alignment of the Application and Technology Layers 
  • Serving Relationships between Layers
  • Derived Relationships Applied in Relationships Between Core Layers 

Unit 12: Modelling Transformation

  • Implementation and Migration of Metamodel 
  • Implementing and Migrating Elements 
  • Relationships with Other Aspects and Layers 

Unit 13: Addressing Stakeholder Concerns with Architecture Views and Viewpoints 

  • Introduction to Architecture Views and Viewpoints 
  • Stakeholders and Concerns  
  • Viewpoint Purpose and Content

Unit 14: Language Customisation Mechanisms

  • Adding Attributes to ArchiMate Concepts and Relationships
  • Creating New Element Types Using Specialisation
  • Specialisation of Elements and Relationships
  • Creating a Profile for Risk Analysis
  • Using Specialisations to Model Risk Analysis

ArchiMate® is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

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Who should attend this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course?

This ArchiMate® 3 Course is intended for individuals involved in Enterprise Architecture projects or those planning to initiate one, and who need to understand the Enterprise Architecture artefacts crafted using ArchiMate®. Professionals who can greatly benefit from this course are as follows:

  • Enterprise Architects
  • Solution Architects
  • Technology Architects
  • Business Architects
  • Information Architects
  • IT Architects
  • Application Architects
  • Data Architects

Prerequisites of the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this ArchiMate® 3 Course.

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course Overview

ArchiMate Training is indispensable in the realm of Enterprise Architecture, serving as a standardised modelling language that facilitates communication and comprehension of complex systems. This course explores the intricacies of ArchiMate 3.0, emphasising its relevance in creating visual representations for strategic business planning and decision-making. Mastering ArchiMate is paramount for professionals engaged in Enterprise Architecture, including IT Architects, Business Analysts, and Project Managers. As businesses undergo digital transformations, the ability to articulate architectural concepts becomes crucial for effective collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

To equip delegates with practical skills, the Knowledge Academy's 2-day ArchiMate® Course covers essential topics, enabling delegates to create visual representations, optimise business processes, and attain a valuable certification for career advancement.

Course Objectives:

  • Learn the fundamentals of ArchiMate 3.0 and its core concepts.
  • To understand how to model and analyse Enterprise Architectures using ArchiMate notation.
  • To apply ArchiMate principles to enhance collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
  • To gain proficiency in expressing architectural viewpoints and viewpoints.
  • To create visual representations for effective communication in strategic decision-making.
  • To prepare for and pass the ArchiMate 3 Foundation exam.

Upon course completion, delegates will benefit by gaining practical skills in Enterprise Architecture, fostering collaboration, and earning a certification that validates their expertise, positioning them for career advancement in organisational transformation initiatives.

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What's included in this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course?

  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Examination
  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors 
  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 and Level 2 Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack  

ArchiMate® is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

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ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Exam Information

Passing the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 exam will prove your knowledge of the basic concepts and terminology of the ArchiMate® 3 modelling language, as well as the three layers on which ArchiMate® focuses. The format of the exam is as follows: 

  • Type of Questions: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 40 (each question is worth 1 mark) 
  • Total Marks: 40 Marks  
  • Pass Marks: 60%, or 24/40 Marks 
  • Duration: 60 Minutes 
  • Open Book/Closed Book: Closed book

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Exam Information

Passing the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 exam will demonstrate a delegate’s ability to apply the concepts and language of ArchiMate® in practical situations, as well as rewarding those who pass with full ArchiMate® 3 certification. The format of the exam is as follows: 

  • Type of Questions: Scenario-based and Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 8 (each question is worth 5 marks) 
  • Total Marks: 40 Marks 
  • Pass Marks: 65%, or 26/40 Marks 
  • Duration: 90 Minutes 
  • Open Book/Closed Book: Open book

Please note that the ArchiMate® 3 Exams are only available online and not in the classroom. 

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accredited by

The ArchiMate® course is accredited by The Open Group

Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Official The Open Group ArchiMate® Level 1 Exam

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Outline

This ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 thoroughly explains the basics of the ArchiMate® modelling language to comprehensively prepare delegates for the ArchiMate® 3 Part 1 examination. These topics include:

Unit 1: Basic Concepts and Definitions 

  • Introduction to ArchiMate Language 
  • ArchiMate Language for Enterprise Architecture Modelling 
  • What is Enterprise Architecture? 
  • Key Enterprise Architecture Concepts 
  • Stakeholders and Concerns 
  • Describing Enterprise Architectures
  • ArchiMate Language Supports the Development of Enterprise Architectures
  • Definitions
  • Examples

Unit 2: Language Structure 

  • Top-Level Hierarchy of ArchiMate Concepts 
  • Definitions: Model, Concept, Element
  • Layering of ArchiMate Language 
  • Definition: ArchiMate Core Language 
  • ArchiMate Core Language: Three Main Layers
  • Cross-Layer Relationship: Serving
  • Cross-Layer Relationship: Realization
  • Example: Multilayer Model
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Business Layer
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Application Layer
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Technology Layer
  • Example: Multilayer Model – Cross Layer Interaction
  • ArchiMate Core Framework 
  • The ArchiMate Full Framework
  • Abstract in ArchiMate Language  
  • External Vs Internal 
  • Types Vs Instances 
  • Behaviour Vs Active Structure 
  • Conceptual Vs Logical Vs Physical 
  • Types Vs Instances
  • Concepts and their Notation
  • Use of Nesting 
  • Use of Colours and Notational Cues 
  • Example: Use of Colors and Notational Cues

Unit 3: Generic Metamodel 

  • Design Approach
  • Metamodels at Different Levels of Specificity
  • Design and Core Concepts
  • Hierarchy of Behaviour and Structure Elements 
  • Behaviour and Structure Elements Metamodel 
  • Behaviour Elements Notation 
  • Aspects 
  • Behavior and Structure Elements Metamodel
  • Active Structure Element Notation
  • Behavior Elements
  • Additional Behaviour Element Type: Event 
  • Passive Structure Elements 
  • Specialisations of Structure and Behaviour Elements 
  • Summary of Specialisation of Core Elements 
  • Motivation and Composite Elements 
  • Grouping 
  • Location 

Module 4: Modelling Relationships 

  • Relationships 
  • Structural Relationships 
  • Structural Relationships Realization
  • Structural Relationships Assignment
  • Structural Relationships Aggregation
  • Structural Relationships Composition
  • Semantics of Structural Relationships
  • Dependency, Dynamic, and Other Relationship  
  • Relationship Connectors
  • Relationship Review  

Unit 5: Modelling Motivation  

  • Motivation Elements 
  • Motivation Elements Metamodel 
  • Stakeholder, Driver, and Assessment 
  • Goals and Outcomes  
  • Principles, Requirements, and Constraints 
  • Meaning and Value 
  • Using Motivation Elements with Core Elements

Unit 6: The Strategy Layer

  • Strategy Elements Metamodel 
  • Resource (Structure Element)
  • Capability (Behavior Element)
  • Value Stream
  • Course of Action (Behavior Element)
  • Using Strategy Elements with Motivation and Core Elements
  • Strategy Layer Elements Review

Unit 7: Business Layer  

  • Business Layer Metamodel
  • Active Structure, Behaviour, and Passive Structure 
  • Business Internal Active Structure Elements
  • Active Structure Elements
  • Business Actor
  • Business Role
  • Business Collaboration
  • Business Interface
  • Behavior Elements
  • Business Internal Behavior Elements
  • Business Process
  • Business Event
  • Business Service
  • Business Interaction
  • Passive Structure Elements
  • Business
  • Object
  • Representation
  • Contract
  • Composite Element  

ArchiMate® is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

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Who should attend this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1?

This ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 is designed for individuals involved in Enterprise Architecture projects or those planning to start one. It's especially beneficial for those who need to understand the Enterprise Architecture artefacts created using ArchiMate® 3. Certain professionals who can greatly benefit from it are:

  • Enterprise Architects
  • Solution Architects
  • Technology Architects
  • Business Architects
  • Information Architects
  • IT Architects
  • Application Architects

Prerequisites of the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1

There are no formal prerequisites for taking this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1.

 

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Overview

The ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 provides a comprehensive introduction to ArchiMate, a standardised language for Enterprise Architecture Modelling and communication. As businesses increasingly rely on complex systems, understanding and applying ArchiMate principles becomes crucial for effective strategic planning and decision-making.

To stay competitive in the dynamic field of Enterprise Architecture, professionals across IT, business analysis, and strategic planning should aim at mastering ArchiMate. This training equips them with the skills needed to create visual representations and align IT solutions with organisational goals, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

To ensure a solid foundation in ArchiMate concepts, this 1-day training by the Knowledge Academy covers key principles, notation, and techniques. Delegates will learn to model and analyse enterprise architectures, enhancing their ability to optimise business processes and contribute to organisational success.

Course Objectives:

  • To understand the fundamental concepts and principles of ArchiMate
  • To grasp the notation and language elements used in ArchiMate
  • To comprehend the relationships between different ArchiMate concepts
  • To learn how to create ArchiMate models for effective communication
  • To apply ArchiMate principles in aligning IT solutions with business objectives
  • To gain practical skills in using ArchiMate for strategic business planning

Upon completion, delegates will benefit from enhanced proficiency in Enterprise Architecture, validated by a certification, positioning them for career advancement and enabling them to contribute strategically to organisational transformations.

 

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What's included in this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1?

  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack  

ArchiMate® is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

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ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Exam Information

Passing the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 exam will prove your knowledge of the basic concepts and terminology of the ArchiMate® 3 modelling language, as well as the three layers on which ArchiMate® focuses. The format of the exam is as follows: 

  • Type of Questions: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 40 (each question is worth 1 mark) 
  • Total Marks: 40 Marks  
  • Pass Marks: 60%, or 24/40 Marks 
  • Duration: 60 Minutes 
  • Open Book/Closed Book: Closed book

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accredited by

The ArchiMate® course is accredited by The Open Group

Online Instructor-led (1 days)

Classroom (1 days)

Official The Open Group ArchiMate® Level 2 Exam

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Course Outline

This ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 course is designed to prepare delegates for taking the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 examination, and will explain the more advanced aspects of the ArchiMate® modelling language, in addition to revisiting the basic concepts of ArchiMate® 3. The course includes:

 

Unit 1: Application Layer  

  • Application Layer Metamodel 
  • Active Structure, Behavior and Passive Structure
  • Active Structure Elements
  • Application Component
  • Application Collaboration
  • Passive Structure Elements

Unit 2: Technology Layer  

  • Technology Layer Metamodel
  • Active Structure, Behavior and Passive Structure
  • Active Structure Elements  

Unit 3: Modelling Physical Elements 

  • Physical Elements Metamodel 
  • Physical Behavior Elements
  • Passive Structure Elements 

Unit 4: Relationships Between Core Layers 

  • Alignment of the Business Layer and Lower Layers 
  • Alignment of the Application and Technology Layers 
  • Serving Relationships between Layers
  • Derived Relationships Applied in Relationships Between Core Layers 

Unit 5: Modelling Transformation

  • Implementation and Migration of Metamodel 
  • Implementing and Migrating Elements 
  • Relationships with Other Aspects and Layers 

Unit 6: Addressing Stakeholder Concerns with Architecture Views and Viewpoints 

  • Introduction to Architecture Views and Viewpoints 
  • Stakeholders and Concerns  
  • Viewpoint Purpose and Content

Unit 7: Language Customisation Mechanisms

  • Adding Attributes to ArchiMate Concepts and Relationships
  • Creating New Element Types Using Specialisation
  • Specialisation of Elements and Relationships
  • Creating a Profile for Risk Analysis
  • Using Specialisations to Model Risk Analysis

 


ArchiMate® is a registered trademark of The Open Group.

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Who should attend this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2?

The ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 is designed for professionals who want to learn and apply the ArchiMate modelling language for Enterprise Architecture. This course is particularly beneficial for:

  • Enterprise Architects
  • Solution Architects
  • Technology Architects
  • Business Architects
  • Information Architects
  • Application Architects
  • Data Architects

Prerequisites of the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2

Before registering for the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2, delegates must have successfully completed and passed the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 1 Examination. 

 

ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Course Overview

The ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2, offered by the Knowledge Academy, provides a deep dive into ArchiMate—a standardised language tailored for effective Enterprise Architecture Modelling. This course is designed to cater to professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of ArchiMate, making it an invaluable resource for those involved in shaping organisational strategies and optimising IT solutions.

Professionals across various domains, including Enterprise Architects, IT Managers, and Business Analysts, benefit from this training by gaining a versatile skill set that enables them to articulate and visualise complex architectural concepts. ArchiMate serves as a bridge between business and IT perspectives, fostering a common language for communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

The Knowledge Academy's 1-day training empowers delegates by honing their expertise in advanced ArchiMate concepts. This includes a focus on intricate aspects such as advanced layering, cross-layer dependencies, and the application of ArchiMate in motivation extension.

Course Objectives:

  • To enhance delegates' understanding of advanced ArchiMate concepts and language elements
  • To enable delegates to model and analyse complex architectures with a focus on cross-layer dependencies
  • To explore the application of ArchiMate in motivation extension for comprehensive enterprise modelling
  • To understand the relationship between ArchiMate and other Enterprise Architecture frameworks
  • To equip delegates with practical skills in using ArchiMate for strategic business planning
  • To prepare delegates for the ArchiMate 3 Level 2 certification

Upon completion, delegates will benefit from an elevated proficiency in ArchiMate, enabling them to create sophisticated Enterprise Architecture models and contribute effectively to strategic decision-making processes in their organisations.

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What's included in this ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2?

  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

ArchiMate® is a registered trademark of The Open Group

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ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 Exam Information

Passing the ArchiMate® 3 Training Course: Level 2 exam will demonstrate a delegate’s ability to apply the concepts and language of ArchiMate® in practical situations, as well as rewarding those who pass with full ArchiMate® 3 certification. The format of the exam is as follows: 

  • Type of Questions: Scenario-based and Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 8 (each question is worth 5 marks) 
  • Total Marks: 40 Marks 
  • Pass Marks: 65%, or 26/40 Marks 
  • Duration: 90 Minutes 
  • Open Book/Closed Book: Open book

Please note that the ArchiMate® 3 Exams are only available online and not in the classroom. 

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ArchiMate® Training FAQs

ArchiMate® Certification Training encompasses a comprehensive exploration of the ArchiMate modelling language, covering advanced concepts such as layering, dependencies, and its practical applications in Enterprise Architecture.
Absolutely, pursuing an ArchiMate® Course holds substantial value for professionals involved in strategic planning, IT architecture, and business analysis, offering a standardised framework for effective communication and collaboration in complex organisational structures.
ArchiMate finds application across diverse roles, empowering Enterprise Architects, IT Managers, and Business Analysts to model and analyse complex systems, align IT solutions with business objectives, and enhance decision-making processes.
There are no formal prerequisites to attend these ArchiMate® Courses.
ArchiMate Certifications do not expire, providing professionals with a lasting validation of their skills and expertise in Enterprise Architecture.
ArchiMate offers two levels of certification: Level 1, focusing on foundational knowledge, and Level 2, delving into advanced concepts and practical applications, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the modelling language.
The ArchiMate Training Courses include in-depth coverage of advanced ArchiMate concepts, exploration of cross-layer dependencies, and practical insights into using ArchiMate for motivation extension. It also touches upon the relationship between ArchiMate and other enterprise architecture frameworks.
The duration of these courses' spans from 1-2 days.
ArchiMate Training equips individuals with skills to create sophisticated Enterprise Architecture models, analyse complex systems, and communicate effectively across diverse stakeholders, enhancing strategic decision-making abilities.
Upon completion, individuals can pursue roles such as Enterprise Architect, Business Analyst, IT Manager, or Consultant, with opportunities in industries emphasising strategic planning, IT optimisation, and business alignment.
The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for ArchiMate® Training.
The training fees for ArchiMate® Training in the United Kingdom starts from £2495
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