The RHCJA certification is for system administrators or application developers whose responsibilities include the deployment, implementation, and management of Red Hat® JBoss® Enterprise Application Platform (JBoss EAP) and its applications. This credential helps ensure JBoss enterprise solutions are optimized to meet specific needs and establishes credibility for companies and IT professionals who need to provide a high level of service to their customers. An RHCJA is able to perform the following tasks on the JBoss Enterprise Application Platform:

Install and run an instance.
Configure multiple instances.
Configure JBoss Web Connectors.
Configure web properties for deployed applications.
Configure logging.
Secure access.
Deploy applications.
Configure JVM properties.
Remove unnecessary services.
Configure XA and non-XA DataSources.
Configure a DBMS security domain.
Configure a cluster using TCP.
Create a clustered JMS queue.
Configure load balancing and failover.

In preparation to earn the RHCJA certification, Mazenet recommends: JBoss Application Administration I with JBCAA Exam (JB249)

Install and run JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6 in standalone mode and domain mode.
Configure a domain.
Deploy applications to JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Configure the datasource subsystem.
Configure Java™ Message Service (JMS) and HornetQ.
Configure the logging subsystem.
Configure the web subsystem.
Implement application security in JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Migrate JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 5 applications to JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Get an introduction to clustering.

JBoss Application Administration I (JB248)

Install and run JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6 in standalone mode and domain mode.
Configure a domain.
Deploy applications to JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Configure the datasource subsystem.
Configure Java™ Message Service (JMS) and HornetQ.
Configure the logging subsystem.
Configure the web subsystem.
Implement application security in JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Migrate JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 5 applications to JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Get an introduction to clustering.

JBoss Application Administration I Virtual (JB248VT)

Install and run JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6 in standalone mode and domain mode.
Configure a domain.
Deploy applications to JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Configure the datasource subsystem.
Configure Java™ Message Service (JMS) and HornetQ.
Configure the logging subsystem.
Configure the web subsystem.
Implement application security in JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Migrate JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 5 applications to JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 6.
Get an introduction to clustering.

The duration for Red Hat Certified JBoss Administrator (RHCJA) is: Regular Track: 20 Hours (10 Days) Fast Track: 20 Hours (5 Days) Exam Duration: 4 Hours

EX248 - JBoss Certified Application Administrator (JBCAA) The JBoss® Certified Application Administrator (JBCAA) Exam (EX248) tests whether candidates are ready for the real-world responsibilities of administering JBoss Enterprise Application Platform for production purposes. Those who pass the exam earn the JBCAA credential. This document provides guidance on the exam format and objectives. Using JBoss EAP, JBCAA exam candidates should be able to accomplish the tasks below without assistance. The tasks have been grouped into categories to assist your preparation.