Oracle - DBA Practice Exam

Oracle - DBA Practice Exam

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) refers to the professional role of managing and maintaining Oracle databases. These databases store, organize, and protect important information for businesses. An Oracle DBA ensures that the database runs smoothly, is secure, backed up properly, and can handle large amounts of data without problems.

In simple terms, an Oracle DBA is like the caretaker of a company’s information system. They make sure the data is safe, accessible, and reliable so that businesses can make decisions and operate without interruptions.

Who should take the Exam?

This exam is ideal for:

• Database Administrators
• IT System Administrators
• Data Analysts and Engineers
• Software Developers working with Oracle
• Technical Support Specialists
• Students pursuing database careers

Skills Required

• Basic knowledge of databases
• Problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail
• Understanding of IT systems
• Analytical and logical thinking

Knowledge Gained

• Oracle database installation and configuration
• User management and security setup
• Backup and recovery methods
• Performance tuning techniques
• Data storage and monitoring tools

Course Outline

The Oracle - DBA Exam covers the following topics -

1. Oracle Database Architecture

• Oracle Instance and Database Concepts
• Memory Structures (SGA, PGA)
• Background Processes
• Physical and Logical Storage Structures
• Multitenant Architecture (CDB & PDB)

2. Database Installation and Configuration

• System Requirements and OS Configurations
• Oracle Grid Infrastructure
• Installing Oracle Software (Silent & GUI)
• Creating and Configuring a Database
• Listener and Networking Configuration

3. Managing the Database

• Startup and Shutdown Operations
• Managing Initialization Parameters
• Alert Logs and Trace Files
• Oracle Managed Files (OMF)

4. Users, Roles, and Privileges

• Creating and Managing Users
• System and Object Privileges
• Roles and Profiles
• Authentication Methods

5. Tablespaces and Data Files

• Tablespace Types (Permanent, Temporary, Undo)
• Creating and Managing Tablespaces
• Data File Management
• Space Management (Autoextend, Resize)

6. Data Management and Performance

• Managing Tables and Indexes
• Partitioning Overview
• Monitoring Space Usage
• Managing Statistics and Optimizer

7. Backup and Recovery (RMAN)

• RMAN Architecture and Configuration
• Backup Strategies (Full, Incremental, Archivelog)
• Recovery Techniques (Complete & Incomplete)
• Flashback Technologies

8. Security and Auditing

• Database Auditing Basics
• Privilege Analysis
• Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
• Data Redaction and Virtual Private Database (VPD)

9. Database Maintenance

• Statistics Collection and Management
• Data Pump (Import/Export)
• Reclaiming Space (Shrink, Move)
• Patching and Upgrades (OPatch, DBUA)

10. Performance Tuning and Monitoring

• Performance Views (AWR, ADDM)
• SQL Tuning Tools
• Automatic Workload Repository (AWR)
• Active Session History (ASH)

11. Networking and Connectivity

• Oracle Net Services
• Listener Configuration
• TNSNAMES.ORA and EZCONNECT
• Database Links

12. Multitenant Database Management (CDB/PDB)

• Architecture and Components
• Creating and Managing PDBs
• Cloning and Unplug/Plug Operations
• Managing Resources in a Multitenant Environment