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GAQM CDCS-001 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | GAQM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) |
| Exam Number: | CDCS-001 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime |
| Exam Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Data Centre Expert (CDCE) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 70% (28 out of 40) |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | AI-proctored, can be taken anytime and anywhere within an eight-month voucher validity period |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites from GAQM, though E-Course is highly recommended. Note: The EPI/EPI-AP training path requires a valid CDCP certificate as a prerequisite for the CDCS course. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://gaqm.org/certifications/data_center/cdcs |
GAQM CDCS-001 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Fire Suppression | - Gas volume requirements calculation - System installation verification procedures - Fire suppression systems options |
| Standards and Rating Level Definitions | - Tier classification standards - Rating levels history and definitions |
| Advanced Power | - Electrical protection devices - Required UPS specifications - Generator components - Battery testing - Battery charging - Sizing of protective components - Calculating battery banks - Battery bank terminology - UPS parallel configuration - Earth Leakage protection - Flywheel - Types of generators - Parallelling battery banks - Harmonic filters - Battery case selection - Power cabling and PDU requirements - Generator parallelling - Surge protection - Fuel storage and calculation - Hydrogen fuel cells |
| Advanced Electro Magnetic Fields | - Measuring EMF - Calculation of EMF attenuation factors - Sources of EMF - Single and three phase radiation - Safe distance guidance |
| Advanced Cooling | - Equipment airflow - Heat dissipation - Cooling definitions - Psychrometric chart - Floor plan set-up - ASHRAE recommendations - Types of cooling systems |
| Data Centre Design/Life Cycle Overview | - Phases of the data centre life cycle |
| Data Centre Energy Efficiency | - Methods to enhance overall energy performance - Energy efficiency metrics |
Common Questions About the GAQM CDCS-001 Exam
What is the GAQM Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) exam all about?
The CDCS-001 exam is the official GAQM exam behind the GAQM: Date Centre certification, validating the skills measured by the GAQM Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) credential. It sits at the Intermediate level of the GAQM certification program. It also connects to Certified Data Centre Expert (CDCE), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the CDCS-001 exam, and how much time do I get?
The CDCS-001 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.
Are there any prerequisites for the CDCS-001 exam?
No mandatory prerequisites from GAQM, though E-Course is highly recommended. Note: The EPI/EPI-AP training path requires a valid CDCP certificate as a prerequisite for the CDCS course. Requirements can change when GAQM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
Can I try the CDCS-001 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free CDCS-001 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if GAQM 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 CDCS-001 exam, and how is my order delivered?
Every GAQM Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) 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 CDCS-001 exam?
The GAQM Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) exam blueprint is organized into 7 domains. The first three are:
- Standards and Rating Level Definitions
- Advanced Cooling
- Advanced Electro Magnetic Fields
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.
GAQM Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) Sample Questions:
Question #1
Which power distribution component is often used when many electrical devices are enclosed proximity especially with audio, video and computers?
A. Backup server
B. Outlet strips
C. Server plug
D. Power distribution units (PDU)
Question #2
___________ measures the amount of electrical current flowing through a circuit during a specific time interval.
A. Watts
B. Volts
C. Ampere
D. Ohm
Question #3
True or False: Fuel availability generally dictates the type of standby generator selected
A. True
B. False
Question #4
Which of the following controls the voltage output of an alternator?
A. Voltage Backup Device
B. Voltage Regulator
C. Voltage Stabilizer
D. Voltage Meter
Question #5
______________ security means keeping unauthorized or ill-intentioned people out of places that they do not belong.
A. Logical
B. Physical
C. Network
D. Topological
Solutions:
| Question #1 Answer: D | Question #2 Answer: C | Question #3 Answer: A | Question #4 Answer: B | Question #5 Answer: B |


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