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Master ACE (Advanced Certified Engineer) (ACE)

Advanced UNIX systems certification recognizing broad technical expertise across multiple SCO UNIX product environments.

LevelAdvancedDuration24 hoursAssessmentMaster ACE Certification Examination – SCO OpenServer / UnixWareLanguageEnglish
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About this certification

Build a credential that gives your experience greater visibility

The Master ACE (Advanced Certified Engineer) certification represents an advanced level of technical expertise in SCO UNIX operating systems. It recognizes professionals who have achieved ACE-level competency across more than one SCO UNIX product track, demonstrating broad knowledge of system administration, networking, shell programming, configuration, troubleshooting, and enterprise UNIX environments. The Master ACE pathway was designed for experienced UNIX professionals seeking to demonstrate advanced technical capability across both UnixWare and OpenServer environments. SCO’s own certification documentation confirms that Master ACE recognizes professionals who demonstrate ACE-level expertise in more than one ACE track, for example OpenServer plus UnixWare.

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What this can add to your profile

  • ✓ Demonstrates advanced UNIX systems expertise
  • ✓ Validates expertise across multiple SCO UNIX product environments
  • ✓ Demonstrates advanced system administration capabilities
  • ✓ Validates UNIX networking and infrastructure knowledge
  • ✓ Demonstrates shell programming and automation skills
  • ✓ Strengthens professional credibility in UNIX administration
  • ✓ Demonstrates advanced troubleshooting and configuration skills
  • ✓ Supports professional recognition and career development
  • ✓ Validates broad technical knowledge across OpenServer and UnixWare environments

Who should apply

  • ✓ Existing Advanced Certified Engineer (ACE) certification
  • ✓ ACE-level competency in an additional SCO UNIX product track
  • ✓ Professional experience administering UNIX systems
  • ✓ Knowledge of SCO OpenServer and/or UnixWare environments
  • ✓ Successful completion of the required Master ACE examinations

Documents to prepare

  • ✓ Government-issued ID card
  • ✓ Passport photograph
  • ✓ Highest education certificate — may be uploaded after application
  • ✓ Evidence of ACE certification
  • ✓ Professional CV or résumé
  • ✓ Evidence of relevant UNIX systems administration experience