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Develop detailed test plans

Develop detailed test plans

Unit of competency
National Code
ICASAS513A
State Code
D8099
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/11/2011
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
17/11/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan for testing by collating documentation of conditions and expected results sufficient to allow for thorough system testing.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare test environment and gather tools
  • 1.1 Determine structure of system and user accounts to understand the test environment
  • 1.2 Determine areas to test and test objectives, according to organisational standards
  • 1.3 Ensure accessibility of documentation
  • 1.4 Notify user representatives or approval authorities of objectives and scheduled test
  • 1.5 Notify operations staff of scheduled test to ensure preparedness and an understanding of implications
2. Prepare test data
  • 2.1 Gather test schedules, according to organisational standards
  • 2.2 Correlate schedules with related functionality, according to organisational standards
  • 2.3 Check testing schedule prior to validation, according to organisational standards
  • 2.4 Prepare test drivers or stubs for test harness, according to organisational standards
  • 2.5 Register test plan, and initiate log entries, according to organisational standards
3. Complete test plan and acceptance processes
  • 3.1 Use software metrics where appropriate
  • 3.2 Validate test and acceptance processes
  • 3.3 Ensure documentation and reporting comply with test plan and quality benchmarks
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Testing schedule may relate to:
complexity
dependency
importance
security
testability
X-factor, where X is an unknown and may or may not impact on the test schedule.
Quality benchmarks may include:
AS3925.1-1994 Software quality assurance - plans
AS4042-1992 Software configuration management plans
AS4043-1992 Software configuration management
AS/NZS 14102:1998 Information technology - guideline for evaluation and selection of computer-aided software engineering (CASE) tools
AS/NZS 4258:1994 Software user documentation process
AS/NZS ISO/IEC 12207:1997 Information technology - Software life cycle processes.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
interpret software specifications
consistently and accurately develop a comprehensive test plan that documents:
test conditions or cases to be applied
data to be processed
automated testing coverage
expected results
activities, dependencies and effort required to conduct the system test.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs
system engineering management plan
test and evaluation program plan
system or application suitable for testing plus its associated documentation
organisational plans and documentation.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of candidate preparing test data
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of:
items to be tested
features to be tested
tasks involved in testing
personnel involved
any risks requiring contingency planning
evaluation of candidate’s test plan describing the scope, approach, resources, and schedule of intended testing activities.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0234 ICAT5077B Develop detailed test plan Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUW55 ICTSAS513 Develop detailed test plans Unit of competency