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Oracle 1z1-074 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Oracle |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 |
| Exam Number: | 1Z0-074 |
| Related Certifications: | Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Professional Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 18 months from certification date |
| Real Exam Qty: | 75 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice, Multiple Response |
| Exam Price: | $245 USD |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Available Languages: | Simplified Chinese, English, Japanese |
| Recommended Training: | Oracle Learning Subscription Oracle Database 12c R2: New Features for Administrators |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration Oracle Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: Hold Oracle Database 11g or 12c Administrator certification; no mandatory exam prerequisites |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=5001&get_params=p_exam_id:1Z0-074 |
Oracle 1z1-074 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Tools & New Features | 15% | - Use online table and partition move - Describe SQL and PL/SQL improvements - Use Oracle Data Pump enhancements - Leverage ADR and diagnostic enhancements |
| Topic 2: Security & Auditing | 15% | - Use data redaction and column encryption - Manage common and local users, roles and privileges - Implement unified auditing and TSDP policies |
| Topic 3: Multitenant Architecture | 20% | - Configure proxy PDBs and cross-CDB queries - Relocate and unplug/plug PDBs - Manage application containers, roots and seeds - Create and manage CDBs and PDBs |
| Topic 4: Database Upgrade & Migration | 15% | - Use transportable tablespaces and cross-platform backups - Migrate on-premises database to Oracle Cloud - Upgrade database from 11g or 12c R1 to 12c R2 |
| Topic 5: Backup & Recovery | 15% | - Restore from encrypted PDB backups - Manage RMAN backups and recovery catalogs - Recover and flashback CDBs and PDBs |
| Topic 6: Performance & Storage | 20% | - Use In-Memory Column Store - Manage optimizer statistics and advisors - Optimize performance across CDB and PDBs - Implement partitioning enhancements - Manage ASM instances, disk groups and storage |
Your 1z1-074 Exam Questions, Answered
What is the 1z1-074 exam all about?
The Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 exam (code: 1z1-074) is the official Oracle exam that leads to the Oracle Database 12c R2 Administrator Certified Professional certification. It sits at the Professional level of the Oracle certification track. It is also connected with related credentials such as Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Professional, Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional. Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by Oracle itself, which is why the 1z1-074 credential keeps showing up in job postings.
How many questions are in the 1z1-074 exam, and how long does it take?
The Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 exam gives you 120 minutes to work through 75. 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 1z1-074 exam, and how much does it cost?
The passing score for the Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 exam is 63%, and the official registration fee is $245 USD. 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 63%.
Are there any prerequisites for the 1z1-074 exam?
According to Oracle, the following applies: Recommended: Hold Oracle Database 11g or 12c Administrator certification; no mandatory exam prerequisites. Certification policies do change from time to time, so confirm the latest requirements on the official exam page at https://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=5001&get_params=p_exam_id:1Z0-074 before you register.
How do I register for the 1z1-074 exam?
You can book your Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 exam through the official channels below:
Depending on availability in your region, the exam is delivered as Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers.
What official training does Oracle recommend for the 1z1-074 exam?
Oracle lists the following training options for Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 candidates:
Official courses build a solid foundation, and pairing them with the 75 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 1z1-074 exam?
The official Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 syllabus is organized into 6 main domains. The first three are Backup & Recovery (15%), Multitenant Architecture (20%), and Tools & New Features (15%). For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.
Oracle Upgrade Oracle DBA 11g or 12c to 12c R2 Sample Questions:
Question #1
Examine these parameters in a PFILE used to start database instance.
Which two statements are true after an instance restart is attempted and why? (Choose two.)
A. PGA_AGGREGATE_TARGET and SGA_TARGET are set to zero for the instance.
B. MEMORY_MAX_TARGET is automatically set to 4G for the instance.
C. The instance does not start because AMM is enabled but PGA_AGGREGATE_TARGET and SGA_TARGET are set to nonzero values.
D. PGA_AGGREGATE_TARGET and SGA_TARGET remain 1G and 2G respectively.
E. The MEMORY_MAX_TARGET parameter is set to zero for the instance.
Question #2
In TESTDB, U1 has SYSDBA privileges and the password Oracle_4U.
You recreate the password file:
$ orapwd FILE=orapwtestdb FORMAT=12.2 password=Oracle_123 ENTRIES=5
Examine the command and result:
$ sqlplus u1/Oracle_4U@testdb as sysdba
ERROR:
ORA-01017: invalid username/password; logon denied
What can you do to fix this error?
A. Restart the database instance.
B. Regrant SYSDBA to U1.
C. Change the password of U1 to Oracle_123.
D. Set the REMOTE_LOGIN_PASSWORDFILE parameter value to NONE.
E. Recreate the password file with the password set to Oracle_4U.
Question #3
Examine these statements:
Which statement is true?
A. Only statement 3 will validate the conversion
B. Only statement 1 will validate the conversion
C. All the statements will validate the conversion
D. Statement 1 will return an error
E. Statements 2 and 3 will validate the conversion
Question #4
You execute this command in your database:
ALTER SYSTEM SET ENCRYPT_NEW_TABLESPACES = DDL;
How does this affect the creation of tablespaces?
A. User tablespaces with no ENCRYPTION clause specified in the CREATE TABLESPACE statement are transparently encrypted with AES128 only in an on-premise database.
B. TEMP and UNDO tablespaces are transparently encrypted with AES128 by default only in the cloud.
C. TEMP and UNDO tablespaces are transparently encrypted with AES128 by default in an on-premise database.
D. User tablespaces with no ENCRYPTION clause specified in the CREATE TABLESPACE statement are not encrypted anywhere.
E. User tablespaces with no ENCRYPTION clause specified in the CREATE TABLESPACE statement are transparently encrypted with AES128 only in the cloud.
Question #5
From which two failure scenarios can a database be restored and recovered with the REPAIR DATABASE command? (Choose two.)
A. loss of a critical data file such as SYSTEM, SYSAUX or UNDO
B. loss of a noncritical data file
C. loss of all copies of the control file
D. loss of ARCHIVELOGS
E. loss of SPFILE
F. loss of a redo log member
Solutions:
| Question #1 Answer: B,E | Question #2 Answer: E | Question #3 Answer: C | Question #4 Answer: B | Question #5 Answer: A,C |


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