Calix E-Series (EXA) Professional Certification
The Calix E-Series (EXA) Professional exam is designed for individuals seeking the E-Series (EXA) Certified Professional designation. This course offers an overview of best practices for designing Layer 2 Ethernet Access Networks utilizing the Calix E7 platform.
Exam Details
- Passing Score: 70%
- Time Limit: 90 minutes
- Renewal Required: 3 years
Certification Readiness
To be eligible for certification, candidates must:
- Achieve the Calix E-Series System Specialist designation by passing the Ethernet Access Network (EAN) Specialist exam and any two of the following: E7 GPON Specialist, E7 Active Ethernet Specialist, or E7 Copper Access Specialist.
- Complete the self-paced eLearning course: EAN Design & Engineering Best Practices.
- Pass the EAN Design & Engineering Best Practices Certified Professional exam.
Prerequisite Training and Exam Topics
Prerequisite Training Course Title
- Ethernet Access Network Design and Engineering Best Practices
Exam Topics
- E7 Ethernet Access Design and Engineering General Best Practices
- E7 Ethernet Access Design and Engineering Topology Protocol Best Practices
- E7 Ethernet Access Design and Engineering Quality of Service Best Practices
- E7 Ethernet Access Design and Engineering Layer 2 Subscriber Best Practices
- E7 Ethernet Access Design and Engineering Layer 2 Security Best Practices
- E7 Ethernet Access Design and Engineering Capacity and Planning Best Practices
Format/Duration
- Self-paced / 3 hours
Training Resources
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Delivery Mode
Certification exams are administered online via Calix Academy. Exams must be completed in a single session and cannot be suspended or resumed later. Exiting the browser before completion will result in submission and scoring. Candidates who do not pass will receive immediate feedback on areas needing further study. One re-test is permitted. Failure on the second attempt requires re-registration and payment for the exam.
