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Oracle 1z0-1072-21 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Oracle |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Architect Associate |
| Exam Number: | 1Z0-1072-21 |
| Available Languages: | English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese |
| Exam Format: | Scenario-based, Multiple Choice |
| Related Certifications: | Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2022 Architect Associate Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Architect Associate |
| Exam Price: | 245 USD |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 18 months |
| Recommended Training: | Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Learning Subscription OCI Architect Associate Official Training |
| Exam Registration: | Oracle University Registration Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on OCI experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.oracle.com/oracle-cloud-infrastructure-2021-architect-associate/pexam_1Z0-1072-21 |
Oracle 1z0-1072-21 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: OCI Architecture and Core Concepts | 15% | - Tenancy and Compartments - Regions, Availability Domains, and Fault Domains - Service Limits and Quotas |
| Topic 2: Database Services | 10% | - Data Guard and HA - Autonomous Database - VM/BM Database Systems |
| Topic 3: Networking | 25% | - Load Balancing and DNS - VPN, FastConnect, and Peering - Subnets, Route Tables, and Gateways - Virtual Cloud Network (VCN) Design - Security Lists and Network Security Groups |
| Topic 4: Compute Services | 15% | - Images, Shapes, and Boot Volumes - VM and Bare Metal Instances - Autoscaling and High Availability |
| Topic 5: Storage Services | 15% | - Backups and Replication - Block Volume - Object Storage - File Storage |
| Topic 6: Identity and Access Management (IAM) | 20% | - Dynamic Groups and Tags - Users, Groups, and Policies - Federation and Security |
1z0-1072-21 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 1z0-1072-21 exam lead to?
The 1z0-1072-21 exam is the official Oracle exam behind the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Certified Architect Associate certification, validating the skills measured by the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Architect Associate credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Oracle certification program. It also connects to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2022 Architect Associate, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 Architect Associate, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 1z0-1072-21 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 1z0-1072-21 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 1z0-1072-21 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 1z0-1072-21 exam is 65%, and the official registration fee is 245 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 236 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 1z0-1072-21 exam?
No formal prerequisites; recommended 6+ months hands-on OCI experience Requirements can change when Oracle revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 1z0-1072-21 exam?
You can book the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Architect Associate exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the 1z0-1072-21 exam?
Oracle recommends the following training resources for the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Architect Associate exam:
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What topics are covered in the 1z0-1072-21 exam?
The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Architect Associate exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) — 20% of the exam
- Networking — 25% of the exam
- OCI Architecture and Core Concepts — 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.
Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2021 Architect Associate Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which two options are necessary for achieving high availability on OracleCloud Infrastructure?
A. Distribute your application servers across all Availability Domains within a region.
B. Configure your database to have Data Guard in another Availability Domain in Sync mode within a region.
C. Attach your block volume form Availability Domain 1 to a compute instance in AvailabilityDomain 2 (and vice versa) so that they are highly available.
D. Store your database files on Object Storage so that they are available in all Availability Domains in all regions.
E. Store your database across multiple regions so that half of the data resides in one region and the other half resides in another region.
Question 2
When terminating a compute instance, you want to preserve theboot volume and its data.
Which step will you need to perform?
A. You cannot preserve the boot volume; it will always be deleted when you terminate the instance.
B. Disable the default optionto delete the boot volume when terminating an instance.
C. Reboot the instance first, and then terminate the instance.
D. Before terminating the instance, you must detach the boot volume.
Question 3
Your on-premises hosted application uses Oracle database server. Your database administrator must have access to the database server for managing the application. Your database server is sized for seasonal peak workloads, which results in high licensing costs. You want to move your application to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to take advantage of CPU scaling options.
Which database offering on OCI would you select?
A. Autonomous Data Warehouse (ADW)
B. Autonomous Transactions Processing (ATP)
C. bare metal DB systems
D. VM DBsystems
Question 4
Which three are default Virtual Cloud Network (VCN) components? (Choosethree.)
A. Route Table
B. Dynamic Routing Gateway
C. DHCP options
D. Security List
E. Internet Gateway
Question 5
Which three actions need to be performed before attempting a data transfer service job?
A. Data Transfer Service and Storage Service Limits should be checked and raised if required.
B. Get access to a high-speed internet connection
C. Create an object bucket to receivethe job.
D. Set up SSH access to a host on OCI to coordinate the transfer job.
E. Obtain an available host machine which can run the dts utility on-premise with SATA or USB drives attached for the transferjob.
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A,B | Question 2 Answer: B | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: A,C,D | Question 5 Answer: A,C,E |


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