BI0-132 Exam Information and Guideline
Cognos 8 BI Metadata Model Developer
Below are complete topics detail with latest syllabus and course outline, that will help you good knowledge about exam objectives and topics that you have to prepare. These contents are covered in questions and answers pool of exam.
Exam: BI0-132 Cognos 8 BI Metadata Model Developer
Exam Details:
- Number of Questions: The exam consists of approximately 60 multiple-choice questions.
- Time: Candidates are given 90 minutes to complete the exam.
Course Outline:
The Cognos 8 BI Metadata Model Developer course is designed to provide professionals with the knowledge and skills required to develop and manage metadata models using IBM Cognos 8 Business Intelligence. The course covers the following topics:
1. Introduction to Cognos BI Metadata Modeling
- Overview of metadata modeling concepts
- Understanding the role of metadata in BI
- Introduction to Cognos 8 BI tools and architecture
- Metadata modeling best practices
2. Designing Metadata Models
- Gathering requirements and understanding business needs
- Dimensional modeling and data modeling techniques
- Creating metadata models using Framework Manager
- Implementing relationships and hierarchies
3. Building Metadata Packages
- Importing and organizing data sources
- Creating query subjects and query items
- Building calculations and expressions
- Customizing metadata models using filters and prompts
4. Securing and Managing Metadata Models
- Implementing security and access controls
- Managing user roles and permissions
- Creating and deploying metadata packages
- Maintaining and updating metadata models
5. Advanced Metadata Modeling Techniques
- Advanced calculation techniques (e.g., advanced expressions, MDX calculations)
- Using macros and parameters in metadata models
- Modeling complex relationships and aggregates
- Performance tuning and optimization strategies
Exam Objectives:
The exam aims to assess candidates' understanding and proficiency in the following areas:
1. Metadata modeling concepts and principles
2. Designing and building metadata models using Framework Manager
3. Creating metadata packages and customizing models
4. Securing and managing metadata models
5. Advanced metadata modeling techniques and optimization strategies
Exam Syllabus:
The exam syllabus covers the topics mentioned in the course outline, including:
- Introduction to Cognos BI Metadata Modeling
- Designing Metadata Models
- Building Metadata Packages
- Securing and Managing Metadata Models
- Advanced Metadata Modeling Techniques
Candidates are expected to have a comprehensive understanding of these topics to successfully pass the exam and demonstrate their proficiency in developing and managing metadata models using IBM Cognos 8 Business Intelligence.