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ARM Accredited Engineer Certification

The ARM Accredited Engineer Certification is the first certification in the AAE Certification Pathway. It is an entry-level certification that focuses on software-related aspects of the ARMv7 Architecture, with a specific focus on Cortex-A and Cortex-R profiles (plus common subjects like software tools). The AAE, aimed at general embedded software and systems developers who have a broad knowledge of ARM technology and biased toward applications processors and real-time processors.

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Image of pie chart - the syllabus covers a number of subject areas including ARM architecture and software development on ARMSyllabus

PDF  Download the syllabus now (519KB)

The syllabus covers the following subject areas:

  • ARM architecture (30%)
  • Software development (30%)
  • Software optimization (15%)
  • System (10%)
  • Software debug (8%)
  • Implementation (7%)

Exam

The exam is available at any one of 6000 Authorized Prometric Test Center (APTCs) worldwide, as a computer-based test on a dedicated test platform. You will complete an exam consisting of 70 multiple-choice questions, under the supervision of a Prometric representative. You will have one hour to complete the test, but you should allow for at least 90 minutes in the Test Center. For more information about the examination process, please check the FAQs page.

Take a mock test

If you think you are ready to test yourself with some sample questions from the AAE certification exam, click on the first of the two links below. Answers are in the second document. Please note that there are only ten questions in this mock test. A real test would consist of 70 questions.

PDF  Mock test questions (82KB)
PDF  Mock test answers (231KB)

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Get your results

When you complete an exam, your results will appear instantly on-screen. Grades are either pass or fail - no letter or percentage grades are issued. You can also request a paper certificate.

 
ARM Accredited Engineer