ArchiMate® 3 Enterprise Architecture Modeling – Self-Paced Online Training Overview (E-Learning)

This ArchiMate Level 1 and Level 2 combined training program covers fundamental enterprise architecture concepts, principles, and methods using the ArchiMate modelling language. Participants gain proficiency in modelling, analysing, and visualising enterprise architectures, enabling effective decision-making and strategy formulation.

This ArchiMate® 3 Course is intended for individuals involved in Enterprise Architecture projects or those planning to initiate one, and who need to understand the Enterprise Architecture artefacts crafted using ArchiMate®. Professionals who can greatly benefit from this program are as follows:

• Enterprise Architects

• Solution Architects

• Technology Architects

• Business Architects

• Information Architects

• IT Architects

• Application Architects

• Data Architects

There are no formal prerequisites for enrolling in this ArchiMate® 3 training program.

ArchiMate Level 1 and Level 2 combined professional development program is indispensable in the realm of Enterprise Architecture, serving as a standardised modelling language that facilitates communication and comprehension of complex systems. This comprehensive program explores the intricacies of ArchiMate 3.0, emphasising its relevance in creating visual representations for strategic business planning and decision-making. Mastering ArchiMate is paramount for professionals engaged in Enterprise Architecture, including IT Architects, Business Analysts, and Project Managers. As businesses undergo digital transformations, the ability to articulate architectural concepts becomes crucial for effective collaboration across diverse stakeholders.

To equip participants with applied technical skills, the ArchiMate® Course covers essential topics, enabling participants to create visual representations, optimise business processes, and attain a valuable certification for career advancement.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn the fundamentals of ArchiMate 3.0 and its core concepts.

• To understand how to model and analyse Enterprise Architectures using ArchiMate notation.

• To apply ArchiMate principles to enhance collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

• To gain proficiency in expressing architectural viewpoints and viewpoints.

• To create visual representations for effective communication in strategic decision-making.

• To prepare for and pass the ArchiMate 3 Foundation exam.

Module 1: Basic Concepts and Definitions 

• Introduction to ArchiMate® Language 

• ArchiMate® Language for Enterprise Architecture Modelling 

• What is Enterprise Architecture? 

• Key Enterprise Architecture Concepts 

• Stakeholders and Concerns 

• Development of Enterprise Architectures 

• Example ArchiMate® Model 

Module 2: Language Structure 

• Top-Level Hierarchy of ArchiMate® Concepts 

• Layering of ArchiMate® Language 

• Definition: ArchiMate® Core Language 

• ArchiMate® Core Framework 

• Abstract in ArchiMate® Language  

• External Vs Internal 

• Types Vs Instances 

• Behaviour Vs Active Structure 

• Concepts and their Notation 

• Conceptual Vs Logical Vs Physical 

• Types Vs Instances

• Use of Nesting 

• Use of Colours and Notational Cues 

Module 3: Generic Metamodel 

• Design Approach

• Metamodels at Different Levels of Specificity

• Design and Core Concepts

• Hierarchy of Behaviour and Structure Elements 

• Behaviour and Structure Elements Metamodel 

• Behaviour Elements Notation 

• Aspects 

• Additional Behaviour Element Type: Event 

• Passive Structure Elements 

• Active Structure Elements Notation 

• Summary of Specialisation of Core Elements 

• Specialisations of Structure and Behaviour Elements 

• Motivation and Composite Elements 

• Grouping 

• Location

Module 4: Modelling Relationships 

• Relationships 

• Structural Relationships 

• Dependency, Dynamic, and Other Relationship  

• Relationship Review  

Module 5: Modelling Motivation  

• Motivation Elements 

• Motivation Elements Metamodel 

• Stakeholder, Driver, and Assessment 

• Goals and Outcomes  

• Principles, Requirements, and Constraints 

• Meaning and Value 

• Relationships with Core Elements 

Module 6: Modelling Strategy 

• Strategy Elements Metamodel 

• Relationships with Motivation and Core Elements 

• Strategy Elements 

Module 7: Business Layer  

• Metamodel  

• Active Structure, Behaviour, and Passive Structure 

• Composite Element  

Module 8: Application Layer  

• Application Layer Metamodel 

• Active Structure  

• Behaviour Structure 

• Passive Structure 

Module 9: Technology Layer  

• Metamodel  

• Active Structure Elements  

• Behaviour Structure  

• Passive Structure Elements 

Module 10: Modelling Physical Elements 

• Physical Elements Metamodel 
• Active Structure Elements 
• Behaviour Elements 
• Passive Structure Elements 

Module 11: Relationships Between Core Layers 

• Alignment of the Business Layer and Lower Layers 

• Alignment of the Application and Technology Layers 

• Derived Relationships Applied in Relationships Between Core Layers 

Module 12: Modelling Transformation

• Implementation and Migration of Metamodel 

• Implementing and Migrating Elements 

• Relationships with Other Aspects and Layers 

Module 13: Addressing Stakeholder Concerns with Architecture Views and Viewpoints 

• Introduction to Architecture Views and Viewpoints 

• Stakeholders and Concerns  

• Architecture Views and Viewpoints  

• Viewpoint Mechanism  

• Viewpoint Purpose and Content 

Module 14: Derivation of Relationship  

• Derivation Rules 

• Two Types of Derivation 

• Notation of Derivation Rules 

• Derivation Rules for Potential Relationships 

• Restrictions on Applying Derivation Rules

Module 15: Motivation Viewpoint  

• Stakeholder Viewpoint 

• Goal Realisation Viewpoint and Contribution Viewpoint 

• Principles Viewpoint 

• Requirements Realisation Viewpoint 

• Motivation Viewpoint 

Module 16: Strategy Viewpoints  

• Strategy Viewpoint 

• Capability Map Viewpoint and Value Stream Viewpoint 

• Outcome Realisation Viewpoint 

• Resource Map Viewpoint 

Module 17: Basic Viewpoints – Business Layer and Application Layer 

• enterprise Viewpoint 

• Business Process Cooperation Viewpoint 

• Product Viewpoint 

• Application Cooperation Viewpoint 

• Application Usage Viewpoint 

Module 18: Basic Viewpoints – Technology Layer 

• Implementation and Deployment Viewpoint 

• Technology Viewpoint 

• Technology Usage Viewpoint 

Module 19: Implementation and Migration Viewpoints 

• Project Viewpoint 

• Migration Viewpoint 

• Implementation and Migration Viewpoint 

Module 20: Applying the Viewpoint Mechanism 

• Defining and Classifying Viewpoints: Purpose Dimension 

• Creating the View 

• Application of the Viewpoint Mechanism in Real-Case Modelling Situations 

Module 21: Language Customisation Mechanisms 

• Why Should We Customise the Language? 

• Adding Attributes to ArchiMate® Elements and Relationships 

• Profile and Profile Types 

• Creating New Element Types Using Specialisation 

• Specialisation of Elements and Relationships 

• Using Specialisations to Model Risk Analysis 

• Creating a Profile for Risk Analysis

Successfully completing the ArchiMate® 3 Certification: Level 1 examination validates your proficiency in the fundamental concepts and terminology of the ArchiMate® 3 enterprise architecture modelling language, including the three architectural layers on which ArchiMate® is structured. The examination specifications are as follows:

• Question Format: Multiple Choice

• Total Questions: 40 (1 mark each)

• Total Marks: 40

• Passing Threshold: 60% (24/40 Marks)

• Time Allocation: 60 Minutes

• Reference Materials: Closed book

Successfully completing the ArchiMate® 3 Certification: Level 2 examination demonstrates the candidate's competency to apply ArchiMate® concepts and notation in real-world enterprise architecture scenarios, culminating in full ArchiMate® 3 certification. The examination specifications are as follows:

• Question Format: Scenario-based and Multiple Choice

• Total Questions: 8 (5 marks each)

• Total Marks: 40

• Passing Threshold: 65% (26/40 Marks)

• Time Allocation: 90 Minutes

• Reference Materials: Open book