SAFe® 4.6 Release Train Engineer

Course Curriculum

• Exploring the RTE Role and Responsibilities
• Applying SAFe Principles
• Organizing the ART
• Planning a Program Increment
• Executing a Program Increment
• Fostering Relentless Improvement
• Serving the ART
• Continuing Your Learning Journey

Learning Goals

To perform the role of a SAFe Release Train Engineer, attendees should be able to:

• Apply Lean-Agile knowledge and tools to execute and release value
• Assist with program and large solution execution
• Foster relentless improvement
• Build a high-performing ART by becoming a servant leader and coach
• Develop an action plan to continue the learning journey

Prerequisite

The following prerequisites are recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe  Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification exam:

• Hold at least one current SAFe certification
• Have launched or participated in at least one ART and one PI

Who will benefit?

The following individuals will benefit from this course:

• RTEs and Solution Train Engineers (STEs)
• Program and project managers
• Scrum Masters
• Leaders and managers
• Agile coaches
• SAFe Program Consultants (SPCs)

Certification

The class registration includes:

• Attendee workbook
• Preparation and eligibility to take the SAFe® 4 Release Train Engineer (RTE) exam
• One year membership to the SAFe Community Platform
• Course certificate of completion

Attendees must attend all days of the course in order to qualify for the exam.

Exam details

• Exam name: SAFe Release Train Engineer Exam
• Exam format: multiple choice
• Exam delivery: web-based (single-browser); closed book; no outside assistance; timed exam; delivered through the Community Platform
• Exam access: first attempt free within 30 days from course completion date
• Exam duration: once the exam begins candidates have 120 minutes to complete the exam
• Number of questions: 60
• Passing score: 40 out of 60 (67%)
• Exam cost: first attempt is free within 30 days from course completion
• Retake policy: second attempt on exam (first retake) can be done immediately after first attempt. Third attempt requires a 10 day wait; fourth attempt requires a 30 day wait. Each retake attempt is $50. Contact support@scaledagile.com for any retake questions.

Exam preparation

• Study guide: access available upon course completion; in the Learning Platform
• Practice test: available by year end 2017 access available upon course completion; in the Learning Platform
• Sample test: download questions

SAFe Certification Kit

Attendees who pass the certification exam will receive:

• SAFe Release Train Engineer certificate
• A SAFe 4 Release Train Engineer digital badge to promote your accomplishment online
• A one-year certified membership as a SAFe Release Train Engineer, which includes access to the RTE Community of Practice
• A SAFe Release Train Engineer certification usage guide with RTE certification marks
• Access to a variety of learning resources to support certified professionals during their SAFe journey
• SPCs who are certified RTEs can apply and qualify to teach the RTE class and certify RTEs

Annual Renewal

Certificates expire one year from the date the certification is earned.

• Renewal fee is $295
• Renewal fee for the RTE certification is included in SPC renewal (if your SPC certification is up-to-date)