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Oracle 1z1-417 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Oracle |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 |
| Exam Number: | 1Z0-417 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No expiration (retired exam) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 75-82 |
| Exam Price: | USD 245 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Recommended Training: | Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration Oracle University |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | In-person at Pearson VUE centers / Online proctored |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended experience with Oracle Database administration and tuning |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.oracle.com/oracle-database-performance-and-tuning-essentials-2015/trackp_194 |
Oracle 1z1-417 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Tuning Features | 8% | - Resource Manager and workload control - Real Application Testing capabilities |
| SQL Tuning | 25% | - SQL Access Advisor and optimization techniques - SQL Plan Management - SQL Tuning Advisor and SQL Profiles |
| Performance Tuning Fundamentals | 20% | - DB Time model and wait events - Performance monitoring concepts and metrics - Database performance architecture and methodology |
| Diagnostic Infrastructure | 20% | - Automatic Database Diagnostic Monitor (ADDM) - Active Session History (ASH) and ADR - Automatic Workload Repository (AWR) |
| Monitoring and Management Tools | 12% | - Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control - Health checks and reporting - Database Express and performance pages |
| Product and Solution Overview | 15% | - Identify solution components and architecture - Describe Oracle database performance and tuning solution strategy - Define environment requirements and implementation scenarios |
Your 1z1-417 Exam Questions, Answered
What is the 1z1-417 exam all about?
The Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 exam (code: 1z1-417) is the official Oracle exam that leads to the Oracle Database Performance and Tuning 2015 Implementation Specialist certification. It sits at the Specialist level of the Oracle certification track. Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by Oracle itself, which is why the 1z1-417 credential keeps showing up in job postings.
How many questions are in the 1z1-417 exam, and how long does it take?
The Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 exam gives you 120 minutes to work through 75-82. Pacing matters more than most candidates expect, so before exam day, run at least one full timed session in the Dumpkiller test engine to learn how long you can afford per question. If an item stalls you, flag it and move on — coming back later beats burning five minutes on a single question.
What score do I need to pass the 1z1-417 exam, and how much does it cost?
The passing score for the Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 exam is 75%, and the official registration fee is USD 245. Remember that a failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so a timed self-assessment with Dumpkiller practice questions about a week before your exam date is a cheap way to confirm you are scoring comfortably above 75%.
Are there any prerequisites for the 1z1-417 exam?
According to Oracle, the following applies: No mandatory prerequisites; recommended experience with Oracle Database administration and tuning. Certification policies do change from time to time, so confirm the latest requirements on the official exam page at https://education.oracle.com/oracle-database-performance-and-tuning-essentials-2015/trackp_194 before you register.
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What official training does Oracle recommend for the 1z1-417 exam?
Oracle lists the following training options for Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 candidates:
Official courses build a solid foundation, and pairing them with the 85 practice questions from Dumpkiller shows you how ready you really are before you spend money on the exam itself.
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What topics are covered in the 1z1-417 exam?
The official Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 syllabus is organized into 6 main domains. The first three are Performance Tuning Fundamentals (20%), Product and Solution Overview (15%), and Diagnostic Infrastructure (20%). For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.
Oracle Database Performance and Tuning Essentials 2015 Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which are three use cases in which SQL Performance Analyzer can be used?
A. simulate Exadata on existing hardware
B. JSQL Heap Memory overflow testing
C. debug SQL code syntax before and after a change
D. compare performance of SQL statements before and after a change
E. find and flashback explain plan anomalies
F. forecast impact of a system change on aSQL workload
Question 2
For which one would you use an index fast full scan to improve performance?
A. a query that does not need to access table rows
B. a column in an index that is compressed
C. a query having all the columns of an index in the where clause
D. a query that needs to access table rows along with an index
Question 3
When preparing a new database installation, you want to ensure automatic collection of timed statistics. Which three configuration parameters are applicable?
A. STATISTICS_LEVELparameter set to All
B. ALL_TIMED_STATISTICSparameter set to TRUE
C. AUTO_STATSparameter set to TRUE
D. STATISTICS_LEVELparameter set to BASIC.
E. STATISTICS_LEVEL parameter set to TYPICAL
F. TIMED_STATISTICSparameter set to true
Question 4
Which two would automatically create an entry inV$SQL_MONITOR?
A. a statement that consumes at least 1 second of CPU or I/O time.
B. any DML statement
C. any DDL statement
D. a statement that consumes at least 5 second of CPU or I/O time.
E. a parallelized SQL statement
F. any SQL statement run
Question 5
Which two are functionalities of Oracle Real Application Testing?
A. SQL Performance Analyzer (SPA)
B. SQL Tuning Analyzer
C. Database Replay
D. SQL Query Sets (SQS)
E. Real Application Cluster Replay
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A,C,F | Question 2 Answer: C | Question 3 Answer: A,D,E | Question 4 Answer: B,C | Question 5 Answer: C,E |


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