NVIDIA-Certified Associate

AI Infrastructure and Operations

(NCA-AIIO)

About This Certification
Topics Covered
Preparation Materials
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About This Certification

About This Certification
Topics Covered
Preparation Materials
Stay Informed

About This Certification

The NCA-AIIO certification is an entry-level credential that validates the foundational concepts of AI computing related to infrastructure and operations. The exam is online and proctored remotely, includes 50 questions, and has a 60-minute time limit.

Please carefully review NVIDIA's examination policy before scheduling your exam.

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Topics Covered in the Exam

Topics covered in the exam include:

Accelerated computing use cases
AI, machine learning, and deep learning
GPU architecture
NVIDIA’s software suite
Infrastructure and operation considerations for adopting NVIDIA solutions

Preparation Materials

We recommend the following steps to prepare for this exam.

Enroll in Self-Paced Training

Take the “AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals” self-paced course. Designed for enterprise professionals, this course provides invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of AI. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey into AI, this course is essential for staying ahead in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. The typical time to complete this course is seven hours.

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NVIDIA DOCA™ Software Framework (reading time: 3 minutes)

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Certification Exam Details

Duration: One hour

Price: $135

Certification level: Associate

Subject: AI Infrastructure and operations

Number of questions: 50

Prerequisites: A basic understanding of data center infrastructure.

Language: English

Candidate audiences:

Business-line owners

Data center technicians

Delivery and professional services engineers

Developer operations (DevOps) engineers

IT managers

Networking engineers

Sales representatives

Systems administration staff

Solution architects

System architects

Validity: This certification is valid for two years from issuance.

Recertification may be achieved by retaking the exam.

Credentials: Upon passing the exam, participants will receive a digital badge and optional certificate indicating the certification level and topic.

Exam Study Guide

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