<p data-block-key="wue1j"><b>Preparation</b></p><p data-block-key="3gwzi">Red Hat encourages you to consider taking Red Hat System Administration I (RH124), Red Hat System Administration II (RH134), and Red Hat System Administration III: Linux Automation (RH294) to help prepare.  Attendance in these classes is not required; students can choose to take just the exam.</p><p data-block-key="3tz5m">While attending Red Hat classes can be an important part of your preparation, attending class does not guarantee success on the exam. Previous experience, practice, and native aptitude are also important determinants of success.</p><p data-block-key="80lvn">Many books and other resources on system administration for Red Hat products are available. Red Hat does not endorse any of these materials as preparation guides for exams. Nevertheless, you may find additional reading helpful to deepen your understanding.</p><p data-block-key="zg62l"><b>Exam format</b></p><p data-block-key="r8weu">This hands-on, practical exam requires you to use Red Hat Ansible Engine to perform real-world tasks. You will be provided with multiple systems and will be required to install and configure Ansible Engine and then use it to perform standard system administration tasks similar to what you would do on the job.  </p><p data-block-key="7peai">You will be required to create Ansible Playbooks and use those playbooks to configure systems for specific roles and behaviors. Your work will be evaluated by applying the playbooks created during the exam against freshly installed systems and verifying that those systems and services work as specified.</p><p data-block-key="lrl05">During the exam, you will be provided a list of tasks to accomplish related to the exam objectives.  In most cases, the tasks will be described in terms of a specific end state that you must achieve. Your exam will be evaluated on whether your systems meet the criteria specified.</p><p data-block-key="cy1n1">Internet access is not provided during the exam, and you will not be permitted to bring any hard copy or electronic documentation into the exam. This prohibition includes notes, books, or any other materials.  For most exams, the documentation that ships with the product is available during the exam.</p><p data-block-key="4ire1"><b>Scores and reporting</b></p><p data-block-key="4lu9a">Official scores for exams come exclusively from Red Hat Certification Central. Red Hat does not authorize examiners or training partners to report results to candidates directly. Scores on the exam are usually reported within 3 U.S. business days.</p><p data-block-key="x6io8">Exam results are reported as total scores. Red Hat does not report performance on individual items, nor will it provide additional information upon request.</p>