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EXIN CDCP Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | EXIN |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Data Centre Professional |
| Exam Number: | CDCP |
| Exam Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | CDCS (Certified Data Centre Specialist) CDCE (Certified Data Centre Expert) |
| Exam Price: | $300-$400 USD |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40 |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, German, Dutch, Chinese (Simplified), English, Portuguese |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime (no expiration) |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored exam / Paper-based exam at authorized testing centres |
| Pre Condition: | No prerequisites required. Basic IT or facilities management knowledge is recommended but not mandatory. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.exin.com/certifications/cdcp-certified-data-centre-professional |
EXIN CDCP Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Cooling and Environmental Control | 15-20% | - Cooling principles and thermodynamics - Hot/cold aisle containment - Air conditioning systems - Energy efficiency in cooling - Humidity and temperature control |
| Topic 2: Operations and Maintenance | 10-15% | - Maintenance procedures - Documentation requirements - Change management - Data centre tiers (Tier I-IV) - Service level agreements (SLA) |
| Topic 3: Cabling and Infrastructure | 10-15% | - Cross-connect and patch panels - Structured cabling standards (TIA-568, ISO/IEC 11801) - Cable management systems - Copper and fibre optic cables |
| Topic 4: Power Distribution | 15-20% | - Power consumption metrics (PUE, DCE) - Redundancy levels (N, N+1, 2N) - Power distribution units (PDU) - UPS systems (online, line-interactive, standby) - Power infrastructure components - Generator and transfer switches |
| Topic 5: Data Centre Location and Building | 10-15% | - Building construction considerations - Site selection criteria - Raised floor/floating floor specifications - Structural load requirements |
| Topic 6: Data Centre Basics and Standards | 20-25% | - Data centre terminology and definitions - Types of data centres (enterprise, colocation, cloud) - Key standards (TIA-942, ISO/IEC 27001, EN 50600) - Data centre history and evolution |
| Topic 7: Fire Protection and Security | 10-15% | - Fire suppression systems (gas, water, foam) - Physical security measures - Fire detection systems - Access control systems - Monitoring and surveillance |
Common Questions About the EXIN CDCP Exam
What is the EXIN Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) exam all about?
The CDCP exam is the official EXIN exam behind the EPI Data Centre certification, validating the skills measured by the EXIN Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) credential. It sits at the Foundation level of the EXIN certification program. It also connects to CDCS (Certified Data Centre Specialist), CDCE (Certified Data Centre Expert), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the CDCP exam, and how much time do I get?
The CDCP exam contains 40 questions to be completed within 60 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 CDCP exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the CDCP exam is 65%, and the official registration fee is $300-$400 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 90 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 CDCP exam?
No prerequisites required. Basic IT or facilities management knowledge is recommended but not mandatory. Requirements can change when EXIN revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
Can I try the CDCP practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free CDCP PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if EXIN revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the CDCP exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every EXIN Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.
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What topics are covered in the CDCP exam?
The EXIN Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) exam blueprint is organized into 7 domains. The first three are:
- Data Centre Basics and Standards — 20-25% of the exam
- Data Centre Location and Building — 10-15% of the exam
- Fire Protection and Security — 10-15% 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.
EXIN Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which Class of Fires involves cooking appliances?
A. Class K
B. Class B
C. Class C
D. Class A
Question 2
A UPS has an internal battery tester, do you still need to separately test the batteries at block level?
A. No, as mentioned the battery tester is already built-in the UPS.
B. Testing batteries using the built-in battery tester or resting the batteries at block level does not increase the battery lifetime, therefore it is not recommended.
C. Yes, the UPS will only test the batteries at string level which only gives an indication on the overall status of the battery string. Measurements at block level will provide more detailed information on the status and remaining lifetime of the batteries itself.
D. No, the UPS will automatically generate and alarm when de battery voltage is too low to operate.
Question 3
systems are designed specifically to protect the structure of a building.
A. Pro-inert
B. Water sprinkler
C. Inergen
D. Total Flooding
Question 4
Which source is used in fiber cable to transmit data?
A. Pulse
B. Light
C. Signals
D. Electric
Question 5
Which is the most damaging type of floor load?
A. Concentrated Load / Point Load (CP/ PL)
B. Rolling Load (RL)
C. All loads are equally damaging to raised floor tiles
D. Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL)
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: C | Question 3 Answer: B | Question 4 Answer: B | Question 5 Answer: B |
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