CompTIA DataSys+ serves as an entry-level certification in data management, emphasizing the intricacies of data administration and security. The CompTIA DataSys+ exam establishes a standardized set of competencies for effectively managing and securing data assets. It encompasses essential skills required by database administrators to deploy, oversee, and sustain high-availability systems, incorporating scripting and programming fundamentals within a relational database environment, along with adhering to security and business continuity best practices.
Recommended Experience:
No prerequisites are required, but candidates are advised to have 2-3 years of experience in a database administrator role.
Who should take the exam?
The target audience for the CompTIA DataSys+ (DS0-001) exam is:
IT Professionals Transitioning to Data Role
Database Administrators (Junior or Aspiring)
IT Support Specialists with Data Center Responsibilities
Exam Details
Exam Code: DS0-001
Exam Name: CompTIA DataSys+
Exam Languages: English
Exam Questions: 90 Questions
Time: 90 minutes
Passing Score: 700 (on a scale of 100 to 900)
Course Outline
The Exam covers the given topics -
Domain 1: Understand Database Fundamentals 24%
Compare and contrast database structure types.
Given a scenario, develop, modify, and run SQL code.
Compare and contrast scripting methods and scripting environments.
Domain 2: Learn about Database Deployment 16%
Compare and contrast aspects of database planning and design.
Explain database implementation, testing, and deployment phases.
Domain 3: Database Management and Maintenance 25%
Explain the purpose of monitoring and reporting for database management and performance.
Explain common database maintenance processes.
Given a scenario, produce documentation and use relevant tools.
Domain 4: Data and Database Security 23%
Explain data security concepts.
Explain the purpose of governance and regulatory compliance.
Given a scenario, implement policies and best practices related to authentication and authorization.
Explain the purpose of database infrastructure security.
Describe types of attacks and their effects on data systems.
Domain 5: Understand Business Continuity 12%
Explain the importance of disaster recovery and relevant techniques.
Explain backup and restore best practices and processes.