BIG-IP
LTM Architect, Setup, and Deploy (301a)
This page provides information on how to attain this certification. It includes a description of the exam, study materials, step-by-step instructions on the certification process, and how to renew your certification.
Key Info
EXAM ID:
301a
LEVEL:
Technology Specialist
COST:
US$180
LANGUAGE(S):
English
DELIVERY:
Test Center Proctored
PASSING SCORE:
245
TIME LIMIT:
90 mins
Exam details
Exam Summary
This is the first of two exams in the F5 Certified! Technology Specialist, BIG-IP LTM certification and serves as a prerequisite to exam 301B. Candidates who pass this exam possess an understanding of underlying principles—from SSL-based VPN implementation to symmetric and asymmetric acceleration—and can draw on that insight to integrate BIG-IP LTM into existing networks as well as new implementations. Receiving the F5-CTS, BIG-IP LTM certification is a prerequisite for both the Cloud and Security Solutions Expert certification tracks.
Summary description of the minimally qualified candidate (MQC)
The MQC is able to describe and explain how the applications work through OSI Layer 7. The MQC is able to design, implement, maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot advanced BIG-IP LTM product features to enhance the effectiveness of an application delivery network. The MQC understands the underlying principles of BIG-IP LTM and can integrate specific BIG-IP LTM technologies with other platforms and products.
The MQC can do the following without assistance:
- Create a BIG-IP LTM configuration/design to deliver applications in a scalable, highly available, and redundant environment to meet customer specifications
- Create application-specific monitors
- Select and configure the most appropriate load balancing (LB) method based upon the application requirements and server capabilities
- Determine when to use secure network address translation (SNAT) and when not to use SNATs
Study for your exam
You can find the study resources listed below.
Practice test cost US$20
View Practice TestSchedule or take your exam
Click the link below to access the exam page where you will schedule and pay for your exam.
BIG-IP LTM Specialist: Architect, Setup, and Deploy (301a)Candidates must modify their exam appointment themselves. Neither F5 Support, Pearson VUE, or Certiverse can process rescheduling and cancellation requests.
Click the link below to access the exam page where you will reschedule or cancel your exam.
F5 works with two exam providers to administer scheduled, proctored certification exams: Pearson VUE and Certiverse. Because certification exams are proctored, it is important to read and understand the testing instructions from the appropriate exam provider before your exam appointment.
BIG-IP exams are delivered at Pearson VUE testing centers worldwide. You must bring two forms of valid, signed ID to your test session. One must be government-issued and include a photo.
NGINX exams are delivered via Certiverse online proctor. You must have a valid, signed government issued ID when checking in for your online exam.
The name on your ID must match the name listed on your F5 Certified account. If it does not match, email F5 Certified! at support@mail.education.f5.com
Understanding the exam retake policyThe following wait times are required after failing an exam:
- The first time you fail an exam, you must wait 15 days.
- The second time, you must wait 30 days.
- The third time, you must wait 45 days.
- The fourth time, you must wait one year.
- The fifth time (or more), you must wait 90 days.
You will receive an email when you are eligible to schedule a retake exam. You can schedule a retake exam during the wait period, but you cannot sit for the exam until after the wait period has ended. Your exam retake count is only reset by passing an exam.
Take your examClick the link below to access the exam page where you will schedule your exam.