4. Comparing OCA Java exam versions

This section will clear up any confusion surrounding the different versions of the OCA Java exam. As of now, Oracle offers three versions of the OCA certification in Java:

  • OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I (exam number: 1Z0-808)
  • OCA Java SE 7 Programmer I (exam number: 1Z0-803)
  • OCA Java SE 5/SE 6 (exam number: 1Z0-850)

Table 2 compares these exams on their target audience, Java version, question count, duration, and passing score.

Table 2. Comparing exams: OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I, OCA Java SE 7 Programmer I, and OCA Java SE 5/6
 

OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I (1Z0-803)

OCA Java SE 7 Programmer I (1Z0-803)

OCA Java SE 5/SE 6 (1Z0-850)

Target audience Java programmers Java programmers Java programmers ...

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