Overview of UAF Certification
The Unified Architecture Framework® (UAF®) was initially developed in response to UML®, SysML® and military defense (DoDAF, MoDAF and NAF) requirements to generate standardized and consistent enterprise architectures. The UAF is readily understandable by enterprise and IT systems architects, systems engineers, business executives, enterprise and program managers, hardware and software developers, and modelers alike.
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Benefits of UAF Certification
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UAF certification demonstrates expertise in understanding complex systems, enhancing one's ability to design, analyze, and communicate architectural concepts across various domains. This can improve career opportunities and salary, as organizations value professionals who can effectively manage large-scale projects and align technology with business goals.
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The introductory UAF model user (MU) exam is designed to test basic concepts in UAF model literacy and was first made available on April 25, 2025.
UAF Certification process
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2Create/sign into your Pearson VUE account, via which you can book, purchase, cancel, and reschedule your exams as well as access your exam receipts and score reports.
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4Within hours of passing your exam, Claim and Share your Credly Digital Credentials (check your inbox and junk folder for an email from [email protected]) with your peers. Print a .pdf or hardcopy of your certificate.
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The UAF Model User certification exam is a prerequisite to all subsequent UAF Model Builder exams. The exam tests an individual's ability to understand UAF, its purpose, scope, and fundamental concepts. The exam focuses on understanding the UAF Grid and the motivation for using its various Views to address a wide range of stakeholder concerns and architectural considerations.
With a UAF Model User certification, an individual can properly interpret the meaning of UAF views and their contents as well as be a productive member of an Architecture development team for an Enterprise, Mission, System of Systems, or System, while employing a UAF-based modeling methodology.
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