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Perform stress and load tests on integrated platforms

Perform stress and load tests on integrated platforms

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTSAS516
State Code
AUW78
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and perform tests to ensure the ability of a system to cope with expected high levels of data volume.It applies to experienced individuals who provide specialised and technical knowledge in completing complex technical operations to ensure that the proposed system can handle anticipated loads.No licensing, legislative, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Create test plan
  • 1.1 Determine scope, objectives and specific tests to place load on the system, including expected results and performance impact
  • 1.2 Determine and document standards for acceptance and compliance with client
  • 1.3 Determine and document clear responsibilities and contact points with third party suppliers for support
  • 1.4 Identify testing resources and tools from a range of available sources
  • 1.5 Identify and record base-system loads or level of activity against which the test will be measured
  • 1.6 Identify processes or steps in test, including automated testing
  • 1.7 Assemble test plan documentation and distribute to appropriate person
2. Undertake test
  • 2.1 Implement test plan according to test plan sequencing
  • 2.2 Confirm that each technology component operates correctly within integrated platform
  • 2.3 Confirm that integrated platform operates to project and industry standards
  • 2.4 Undertake documentation of testing outcomes to meet project standards
  • 2.5 Detect faults
3. Diagnose and resolve faults
  • 3.1 Identify and document faults according to project plan
  • 3.2 Diagnose faults and take corrective action
  • 3.3 Manage problem resolution processes according to project procedures
  • 3.4 Enforce compliance standards with third party suppliers as required
4. Update documentation
  • 4.1 Update appropriate project and system documentation to record and present test findings to development staff for their attention, if test is unsuccessful
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8102 ICASAS516A Perform stress and load tests on integrated platforms Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAP97 ICTSAS523 Perform stress and load tests on integrated platforms Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG2 ICT40615 Certificate IV in Information Technology Testing Qualification