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IBM C2090-318 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS |
| Exam Number: | C2090-318 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Exam Price: | $200 USD |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Db2 for z/OS Database Administrator |
| Passing Score: | 42 out of 60 |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE IBM Exams IBM Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or test center (Pearson VUE) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended experience with Db2 for z/OS administration, SQL, and basic z/OS knowledge |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/training/certification/ibm-certified-administrator-db2-12-for-zos-C0005400 |
IBM C2090-318 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Distributed Access | 9% | - Distributed database connectivity
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| Topic 2: Additional Database Functionality | 9% | - Advanced Db2 features
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| Topic 3: Installation and Migration | 9% | - System setup and upgrade
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| Topic 4: Security and Auditing | 10% | - Authorization and access control
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| Topic 5: Database Design and Implementation | 22% | - Logical and physical database design
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| Topic 6: Operation and Recovery | 20% | - Database operations and utilities
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| Topic 7: Performance | 21% | - Tuning and optimization
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IBM DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the IBM C2090-318 exam?
The C2090-318 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Db2 for z/OS Administrator certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS credential. It sits at the Professional level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Db2 for z/OS Database Administrator, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the C2090-318 exam, and how much time do I get?
The C2090-318 exam contains 60 questions to be completed within 90 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the C2090-318 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the C2090-318 exam is 42 out of 60, and the official registration fee is $200 USD. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 60 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the C2090-318 exam?
Recommended experience with Db2 for z/OS administration, SQL, and basic z/OS knowledge Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the C2090-318 exam?
You can book the IBM DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS exam through the official registration channels below:
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What official training is recommended for the C2090-318 exam?
IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS exam:
- Db2 12 for z/OS Basic Database Administration (CV844G)
- Db2 12 for z/OS Advanced Database Administration (CV880G)
- Db2 12 for z/OS SQL Performance and Tuning (CV964G)
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What topics are covered in the C2090-318 exam?
The IBM DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS exam blueprint is organized into 7 domains. The first three are:
- Distributed Access — 9% of the exam
- Additional Database Functionality — 9% of the exam
- Security and Auditing — 10% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
IBM DB2 12 System Administrator for z/OS Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which subsystem parameter specifies whether DB2 is to create new table spaces and indexes to use a basic or extended log record format?
A. EXTSEC
B. UTILITY OBJECT CONVERSION
C. CHKLOGR
D. OBJECT_CREATE_FORMAT
Question 2
In which phase of SMP/E processing is the DB2 software installed into the target libraries?
A. APPLY CHECK
B. APPLY
C. RECEIVE
D. ACCEPT
Question 3
To initiate a system checkpoint without modifying the current LOGLOAD value, which of the following should be issued?
A. -SET LOG BOTH
B. -SETLOGLOGLOAD(O)
C. -SET LOG RESUME
D. -SET LOG BOTH CHKTIME(10) LOGLOAD(500000)
Question 4
Which one of the following modules, or its equivalent name, is optional for a successful DB2 start?
A. The application default load module (DSNHDECP)
B. The user version of the access control authorization exit routine (DSNX@XAC)
C. The default load module (DSNZPARM)
D. The DB2 connection authorization exit routine (DSN3@ATH)
Question 5
Which of the following can be accomplished by altering a table to use column access control?
A. Pre-materialize a view with the changed values provided by the column mask
B. Modify the values returned for table columns based on column masking definitions
C. Hide column definitions from the DB2 catalog table SYSIBM.SYSCOLUMNS
D. Restrict the access to specific rows for all or some users
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: B | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: B | Question 5 Answer: B |
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