Oracle offers variety of Java Certifications for all Java Editions (Java SE, Java EE and Java ME). Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 7 Programmer certification tests Java SE 7 programming experience.

What exam I need to pass to achieve OCP for Java SE 7 Certification?

You need to complete 1Z1-804 -Java SE 7 Programmer II exam to achieve this certification.

What kind of knowledge I can achieve after completing this certification?

You can gain basic knowledge of basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language and can create Java technology applications that run on server and desktop systems using Java SE 7.

Do I need any prior certification to take this exam?

Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer

Where do I get complete information about exam objective?

Java Class Design
Advanced Class Design
Object-Oriented Design Principles
Generics and Collections
String Processing
Exceptions and Assertions
Java I/O Fundamentals
Java File I/O (NIO.2)
Building Database Applications with JDBC
Threads
Concurrency
Localization

You can visit Oracle site at http://education.oracle.com/pls/web_prod-plq-dad/db_pages.getpage?page_id=41&p_org_id=&lang=&p_exam_id=1Z0_804
or Download EPractize Labs Java SE 7 OCP Training Lab and click Plan > Objective to know more details about this certification.

How much time I need to prepare for this exam?

You can access our Time Estimator to know your preparation estimation at http://www.epractizelabs.com/certification-advisor/time-estimator.php?s=17

Is there any recommended Training Guide or Book available for this certification?

EPractize Labs offer complete Training Material that includes set of Mock Exams to prepare for this certification.
You can download at http://www.epractizelabs.com/certification/sun/javase7ocp.html

What are the benefits I can achieve after completing this exam?

•    Clear evidence that a programmer understands the basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language and can create Java technology applications that run on server and desktop systems using Java SE7.
•    The certification empowers in driving Java Programming based on Java SE 7.
•    OCPJP 7 certified programmers can easily design and develop the code based on Java SE 7.
•    Being an OCPJP 7 certified programmer helps you to improve your career potential, gain more respect, and boost up your job security and opportunities.
•    With OCPJP 7 certified programmer, you become more competitive in the job market.

What are the benefits my employer can achieve after completing this exam?

•     Enables management to distinguish OCPJP 7 certified programmer as Java professionals who can develop quality code efficiently and effectively.
•     Helps in deciding the best development APIs or Java Components based on latest Java SE APIs.
•     More confidence to work on Java Code technical decisions with business partners.
•     Enables project team to get best coding practices and guidance from a qualified Java Programmer.

Good luck for your preparation!