Credential Code C8003803 · C1000-122

IBM Associate Certified DBA
Db2 12 for z/OS Fundamentals

This entry-level exam validates fundamental concepts of Db2 12 for z/OS, including basic to intermediate day-to-day administration, basic SQL, creating databases and database objects, and basic database security and transaction isolation.

Planning SQL & XML Operations Data Concurrency Application Design Database Objects

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IBM Associate Certified DBA

Db2 12 for z/OS Fundamentals · C1000-122

GroupData, Analytics, and AI

Certification StatusLive

Credential CodeC8003803

Being Replaced ByC9006800

Exam LanguagesEnglish

Questions

To Pass

Minutes

Live

Exam Status

Certification Overview

What This Certification Validates

This Associate DBA certification is an entry level exam for a user of Db2 12 for z/OS. This individual is knowledgeable about the fundamental concepts of Db2 12 for z/OS through either hands-on experience or formal and informal education. The database associate should have an in-depth knowledge of the basic to intermediate tasks required in day-to-day administration, basic SQL (Structured Query Language), understand how to create databases and database objects, and have a basic knowledge of database security and transaction isolation.

Exam Objectives

What the Exam Covers

The IBM Certified Administrator - IBM Db2 12 for z/OS is an intermediate-level certification for experienced system administrator who has extensive knowledge and experience of Db2 12 for z/OS. This administrator can perform tasks related to installation and configuration. The administrator also handles daily management and operation, security, performance, updates (including installation of fix packs and patches), customization and/or troubleshooting.

Number of Questions

Questions to Pass

90 min

Time Allowed

Live

Exam Status

Certification Details

Required ExamC1000-122: Db2 12 for z/OS DBA Fundamentals

GroupData, Analytics, and AI

Certification StatusLive

Credential CodeC8003803

Replaces Credential CodeN/A

Being Replaced ByC9006800

Exam StatusLive

Exam LanguagesEnglish

An Assessment Exam is an online test that results in a score report to help you gauge your preparedness, bookable through Pearson VUE. The Sample Test gives you an idea of the type of questions you can expect on the actual exam.

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Course Curriculum

Db2 12 for z/OS Fundamentals Modules

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Planning

5 Topics

Connect to DB2 servers

Understand Db2 databases and the different types of tables and table spaces

Demonstrate knowledge of subsystem parameters

Understand DB2 architecture

Understand data sharing concepts

Working with SQL and XML

5 Topics

Understand DML SQL statement

Demonstrate knowledge of the most commonly used special registers, global variables and session variables

Demonstrate knowledge of built-in functions

Demonstrate an understanding of restricting data access

Understand Data Control Language (DCL) SQL statement

Operations

4 Topics

Demonstrate a basic knowledge of DB2 and DSN

Understand the basics of Db2 utilities

Demonstrate a basic knowledge of troubleshooting

Understand continuous delivery and function levels

Data Concurrency

2 Topics

Understand transaction management

Demonstrate knowledge of locking and isolation levels

Application Design

8 Topics

Demonstrate knowledge of stored procedures and user defined functions

Understand the use of temporary tables

Demonstrate knowledge of triggers and how to use them

Demonstrate knowledge of program preparation and BIND options

Understand the basics of referential integrity and constraints

Demonstrate knowledge of non-relational data concepts

Demonstrate knowledge of Temporal (Time Travel) and Archive Tables

Understand the basic differences between writing static and dynamic SQL

Working with Database Objects

2 Topics

Understand DDL SQL statements

Demonstrate the ability to look up information in the Db2 Catalog

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should take the C1000-122 exam?

Anyone seeking an entry-level credential for Db2 12 for z/OS, including new database administrators or developers working with Db2 for z/OS.

Do I need prior experience to take this exam?

No formal prerequisite is required, though basic exposure to SQL and database concepts through hands-on practice or training is helpful.

How many questions are on the exam and what is the passing requirement?

The exam consists of 63 questions, and you need to answer 44 correctly to pass within the 90-minute time limit.

What topics carry the most weight in this exam?

Application Design, Planning, and Working with SQL and XML form the largest portions of the exam, along with Operations and Database Objects.

Is this certification currently active?

Yes. The C1000-122 certification status is Live and is being replaced by credential code C9006800.

What is included in the Zetlan Db2 Fundamentals training?

The course covers all 6 exam domains — Planning, Working with SQL and XML, Operations, Data Concurrency, Application Design, and Working with Database Objects — with hands-on guidance.

IBM Associate Certified DBADb2 12 for z/OS Fundamentals