Polycom Certified Videoconferencing Engineer (PCVE) Practice Exam

The Polycom Certified Videoconferencing Engineer (PCVE) examination assesses whether the candidate have the essential expertise to execute implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting tasks within small to medium-sized environments on the Polycom RealPresence Platform. This includes proficiency in:

• RealPresence Solutions
• Universal Video Collaboration
• Video Resource Management
• Virtualization Management
• Enterprise Video Capture
• Universal Access & Security

Furthermore, the PCVE exam evaluates the candidate's comprehension of networking models, standards, and protocols pertinent to videoconferencing. Together, these components validate that the individual possesses the knowledge and aptitude required by Polycom to provide support to customers and end-users. Additionally, they ensure that the individual understands the information necessary for escalating more complex issues.

Who should take the exam?

The PCVE exam is designed for individuals who install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Polycom videoconferencing systems. This typically includes:

• Videoconferencing engineers
• IT support specialists
• Network administrators
• System integrators

Exam Details

• Exam Name: Polycom Certified Videoconferencing Engineer (PCVE)
• Time: 90 minutes
• Format: Computer-based, multiple-choice
• Passing Score: 70%

Course Outline

The exam covers a wide range of Polycom videoconferencing technologies and functionalities, including:

Topic 1: Polycom Video Conferencing Systems

• Understanding different Polycom video conferencing endpoints (e.g., RealPresence Trio, Group Series) and their capabilities.

Topic 2: Network Infrastructure

• Configuring network settings for optimal video conferencing experience, including QoS (Quality of Service) and VLANs (Virtual LANs).

Topic 3: Codecs and Interoperability

• Knowledge of video codecs (H.264, SVC) and ensuring interoperability with various video conferencing systems from different vendors.

Topic 4: Security

• Securing Polycom video conferencing systems, including user authentication, encryption protocols, and access control.

Topic 5: Management Tools

• Utilizing Polycom management tools for system configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Topic 6: Deployment and Integration

• Understanding best practices for deploying Polycom video conferencing systems within an organization and integrating them with existing collaboration platforms.