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Manage the testing process

Manage the testing process

Unit of competency
National Code
ICASAS515A
State Code
D8101
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/10/2011
Field of Education
029999 - Information Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
11/10/2011
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to effectively manage and administer the end-to-end testing process, including test definition, execution and reporting.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop test schedule
  • 1.1 Determine testing requirements and objectives
  • 1.2 Review test plan, where available
  • 1.3 Develop testing timeline and allocate resources
  • 1.4 Document test objectives and schedule according to test procedures and distribute to appropriate person
  • 1.5 Obtain feedback and incorporate relevant changes
2. Complete test procedures
  • 2.1 Copy necessary code into the testing environment
  • 2.2 Allocate and manage personnel carrying out the testing process
  • 2.3 Administer alterations or changes to the code
  • 2.4 Integrate code into production environment
3. Review the completeness and accuracy of the system
  • 3.1 Administer full system test to ensure suitability of the system
  • 3.2 Document outcomes of system test for use in subsequent development phases
  • 3.3 Evaluate results of system test to determine acceptability of system
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.

Resources may include:
personal computer (PC)
staff
time
software.
Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
supervisor.
Testing environment may include:
dedicated network
live network
testing network
development network
production network.
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:
develop a test schedule
manage the procedure
review and accept or reject a pre-implemented system based on test outcomes.
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
human resources
requirements and design documentation
test plan
test hardware and environments (testing to be carried out on the same platform as the completed system, with scheduled testing to be on the production platform and the production environment required as part of test preparation)
system or application suitable for testing.
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 developing a test schedule
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of:
entire system requirements, both development and implementation
testing process
evaluation of candidate’s documented test outcomes:
confirming functionality
addressing any software issues.
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
D0237 ICAT5082B Manage the testing process Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUX07 ICTSAS515 Manage the testing process Unit of competency