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IBM A2180-371 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Web Services Development for IBM WebSphere Application Server V7.0 |
| Exam Number: | 000-371 |
| Exam Price: | $200 USD |
| Real Exam Qty: | 61 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Indefinite |
| Related Certifications: | IBM WebSphere Application Server Certification IBM Certified Developer - WebSphere Application Server V7.0 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Answer, Multiple Choice, Single Answer |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Education: Web Services Development for WebSphere V7.0 IBM Redbooks: Developing Web Services for WebSphere V7.0 |
| Exam Registration: | IBM Certification Registration Pearson VUE Exam Scheduling |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Proctored at authorized Pearson VUE test centers or online proctored |
| Pre Condition: | Basic knowledge of Java EE, WebSphere Application Server, and XML technologies; no mandatory prerequisite exam |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/certify/exams/exam000-371.html |
IBM A2180-371 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Web Services Development Tools | 16% | - Rational Application Developer - Web Services Explorer, TCP/IP Monitor - WSDL and XML editors |
| Architecture and Core Concepts | 13% | - Web services components and roles - Web services architecture model - JAX-WS vs JAX-RPC programming models |
| Security and Reliability | 13% | - SSL/TLS, message integrity and confidentiality - WS-Security, policy sets - WS-ReliableMessaging |
| Deployment and Configuration | 13% | - Publishing to service registries - Deploying to WebSphere Application Server V7.0 - JSR-109 deployment descriptors |
| Web Services Development | 30% | - Configuring data binding and message formats - Developing JAX-WS and JAX-RPC services - Creating service clients - Generating artifacts from WSDL |
| Standards and Specifications | 15% | - WS-I Basic Profile compliance - WS-Addressing, MTOM, JAXB - SOAP 1.1/1.2, WSDL 1.1/2.0 |
A2180-371 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the A2180-371 exam lead to?
The A2180-371 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified System Administrator - WebSphere Application Server V7.0 / IBM Certified Developer - Web Services certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM Assessment: Web Services Development for IBM WebSphere Application Server V7.0 credential. It sits at the Professional level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Certified Developer - WebSphere Application Server V7.0, IBM WebSphere Application Server Certification, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the A2180-371 exam, and how much time do I get?
The A2180-371 exam contains 61 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 A2180-371 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the A2180-371 exam is 63%, 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 117 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 A2180-371 exam?
Basic knowledge of Java EE, WebSphere Application Server, and XML technologies; no mandatory prerequisite exam 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 A2180-371 exam?
You can book the IBM Assessment: Web Services Development for IBM WebSphere Application Server V7.0 exam through the official registration channels below:
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What official training is recommended for the A2180-371 exam?
IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM Assessment: Web Services Development for IBM WebSphere Application Server V7.0 exam:
- IBM Education: Web Services Development for WebSphere V7.0
- IBM Redbooks: Developing Web Services for WebSphere V7.0
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What topics are covered in the A2180-371 exam?
The IBM Assessment: Web Services Development for IBM WebSphere Application Server V7.0 exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:
- Web Services Development Tools — 16% of the exam
- Web Services Development — 30% of the exam
- Standards and Specifications — 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.
IBM Assessment: Web Services Development for IBM WebSphere Application Server V7.0 Sample Questions:
Question #1
Refer to the exhibit.
A Web service is generated from the WSDL using IBM Rational Application Developer. Which of the following are valid request response wrappers that would be generated from the WSDL?
A. SetWeather.java, GetWeather.java
B. GetDayForecast.java, GetDayForecastResponseResponse.java
C. GetForecast.java, GetForecastResponse.java
D. GetTemperaturesRequest.java, GetTemperaturesResponse.java
Question #2
Refer to the exhibit. Based on the WSDL document and applying JAX-WS mapping rules, what does the method signature for the operation look like (without the JAX-WS annotations)?
A. publicResponseDataType test( RequestDataType param1);
B. public Stringtest(String myString1);
C. publicResponseDataTypeWrapper test(RequestDataTypeWrapper param1);
D. public String Wrappertest(String Wrapper myString1);
Question #3
Refer to the exhibit.
A developer uses the Web service client wizard in IBM Rational Application Developer. What will be different in the generated artifacts?
A. A JAX-RPC handler is created to handle the response from the Web service.
B. There is no change in the generated artifacts, only the methods called from the actual client will vary.
C. Additional methods will be generated to invoke the Web service.
D. The ibm_webserviceclient_bnd.xmi filespecify that the invocation is asynchronous.
Question #4
A media company would like to provide an online Web service to encode video in a different format for a fee. The encoding could take hours or days to finish based on the length of the video. The client machine may be restarted after submitting the request and should be able to receive the encoded video. Web services client implementation: 1) Asynchronous invocation 2) Wire level asynchronous invocation 3) Using two one way messages, one for request and one for response Quality of service: a) WS-Reliable Messaging b) WS-Reliable Messaging with Transaction enabled (enableTransactionalOneWay) What is the correct way to call the Web service including the qualities of service?
A. (3) with (a)
B. (3) with (b)
C. (1) with (b)
D. (2) with (a)
E. (2) with (b)
F. (1) with (a)
Question #5
Which command should be used to install a JAX-WS application using the command line?
A. wsimport
B. wsdeploy
C. wsgen
D. wsadmin
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: C | Question #2 Correct Answer: A | Question #3 Correct Answer: C | Question #4 Correct Answer: B | Question #5 Correct Answer: D |
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