All public documents of the iSAQB can be downloaded here.
Glossary of Software Architecture Terminology
The iSAQB Glossary covers the basic terminology of software architecture. The glossary is available in English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), and Spanish. Please note that only the English and German versions contain a detailed explanation of all terms.
General Info Brochure
Info brochure with general information on the iSAQB and CPSA certifications.
Foundation Level Info Brochure
Info brochure with general information on the CPSA-Foundation Level.
Foundation Level – Mock Exam Questions
The Foundation Level mock exam contains 38 questions and is based on the real exam.
Foundation Level – Mock Exam Answers
This file contains solutions of the Foundation Level mock exam questions.
Foundation Level – Examination Rules
This document contains general rules regarding the CPSA-Foundation Level examination. It provides information on duration, types of questions, scoring, privacy, and confidentiality agreements. Short examples of question types are provided.
Examination Guide for Accredited Trainers at Foundation Level
This presentation contains information on the Foundation Level exam process. You can use it for your own purposes and shorten or adapt it if necessary.
Curriculum Module WEBSEC – Web Security
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module WEBSEC with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Module WEB – Web Architecture
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module WEB with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Module SWARC4AI – Software Architecture for AI Systems
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module SWARC4AI with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Module SOFT – Soft Skills for Software Architects
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module SOFT with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Module REQ4ARC – Requirements for Software Architects
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module REQ4ARC with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Module IMPROVE – Evolution and Improvement of Software Architectures
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module IMPROVE with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Module GREEN – Green Software – Development of Resource-Efficient Applications
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module GREEN with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum of the Advanced Level Module ADOC with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Curriculum Foundation Level
Curriculum of the Foundation Level with all learning goals and terms for the individual chapters.
Articles of Association
Articles of Association of the International Software Architecture Qualification Board (iSAQB) e. V. with details concerning name, registered seat, purpose, bodies, board, working groups, and information on membership.
Application for iSAQB e. V. Supporting Membership
With this document, you can apply for an iSAQB e. V. supporting membership.
Application for iSAQB e. V. Personal Membership
With this document, you can apply for an iSAQB e. V. personal membership.
Advanced Level Info Brochure
Info brochure with general information on the CPSA-Advanced Level.
Advanced Level – Sample task for the CPSA‑A examination task
Sample task “BigSpender” / Topic – Information System
Advanced Level – Examination Rules
This document contains general rules regarding the CPSA-Advanced Level examination. It provides information on areas of competence, modular concept, examination requirements, costs, preparation, registration, and structure of the examination.
Academic Partner Program Info Brochure
Info brochure with general information about the iSAQB Academic Partner Program.