Start Modelling with Sparx Enterprise Architect
Discover the foundational structure, guiding principles, and essential functions of this dynamic tool.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Sparx Enterprise Architect (EA) stands as a robust modeling platform, renowned for its adaptability and comprehensive support for numerous modeling languages. While each language possesses unique syntax and semantics, the core functionality of EA remains consistent across the board.
This course offers an introduction to the fundamental architecture and underlying philosophy of EA. You’ll take your first steps in model creation, a process standardized across all modeling languages.
COURSE FORMAT
This foundational course is delivered through eLearning, allowing you to engage in self-paced study from any location, at any time, via the online learning platform.
The curriculum includes theoretical overviews paired with practical exercises to acquaint you with EA’s basic operations. Enriched with multimedia elements such as brief videos, audio clips, and textual content, the course caters to diverse learning preferences. Interactive quizzes punctuate the chapters, reinforcing knowledge and providing a measure of learning progress.
Upon completing all theoretical and practical components, including quizzes, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion.
Expected duration
Approximately 6 hours
Platform accessibility
1 month
INTENDED AUDIENCE
This course is designed for individuals seeking to build a foundational understanding of Sparx Enterprise Architect.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will:
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Comprehend EA’s basic structure and its key interface elements.
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Customize the arrangement of tool windows to suit your workflow.
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Initiate a file-based project and construct a model comprising packages, diagrams, and model elements.
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Differentiate between models and diagrams, and devise tailored views for various user groups, leveraging existing models.
COURSE CONTENT
Topics covered in this foundational course include:
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Navigating the workspace layout
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Managing window displays
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Initiating a new project
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Developing a package hierarchy
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Crafting diagrams
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Generating model elements:
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Through the diagram toolbox
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Within the project browser
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Editing model elements
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Removing model elements:
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From diagrams
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From the model
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Repurposing model elements across multiple diagrams
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Establishing and managing relationships between model elements using Quicklinker
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Concealing and revealing relationships within diagrams
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Reconstructing model hierarchies
PREREQUISITES
While a rudimentary grasp of (software) systems can be advantageous, it is not mandatory for enrollment.
For comprehensive details on the technical specifications required for this eLearning—such as necessary hardware, software, compatible versions of Enterprise Architect, licenses, and information about the Moodle learning platform—please refer to the following section.
Q&A SESSIONS
This training ends with a two-hour Q&A online session to answer questions that have arisen while using the eLearning training. During this session, pre-formulated questions from the participants are looked at in more detail with an expert from Sparxsystems CE´s team of trainers.
COMPANY TRAINING
Duration: 6 hours
Lecture type: eLearning
Presentation language: German/English
Date and time for Q&A: by arrangement
Degree: confirmation of participation
Registration deadline: 1-2 weeks before the desired date
Bookable with a minimum of 5 participants
Price/person: € 390,- excl. VAT