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Develop and conduct client acceptance test

Develop and conduct client acceptance test

Unit of competency
National Code
ICASAS504A
State Code
D8091
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
11/10/2011
Field of Education
020305 - Systems Analysis And Design
Original Release Date
11/10/2011
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct acceptance testing as part of the process whereby clients will determine whether to accept the system.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify acceptance criteria and develop test plan
  • 1.1 Review system requirements documentation and project plans to identify mandatory system objectives and optional criteria, and conditions for system acceptance
  • 1.2 Develop test plan based on system requirements
  • 1.3 Review and validate test plan based on mandatory criteria, conditions, and system objectives and requirements
  • 1.4 Communicate test plan to client and prepare client for acceptance test
  • 1.5 Notify appropriate person of the scheduled acceptance test
2. Perform functional testing on software modules
  • 2.1 Prepare test environment for client use
  • 2.2 Perform testing according to test plan and documentation
  • 2.3 Execute each test cycle
  • 2.4 Document errors, difficulties and problems
3. Validate test results against expected results
  • 3.1 Record and investigate discrepancies and corrections according to project procedures and timeframe
  • 3.2 Brief client on outcomes to ensure client understands test results
  • 3.3 Monitor system performance as required
  • 3.4 Reschedule required code changes or modifications
4. Obtain sign-off and acceptance
  • 4.1 Confirm test results with client
  • 4.2 Identify and document client concerns over system operation
  • 4.3 Identify possible solutions to concerns and notify appropriate development staff as required
  • 4.4 Confirm client approval and obtain sign-off
  • 4.5 Seek and formalise agreement of involved parties regarding the rescheduling of further required maintenance
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.

Appropriate person may include:
authorised business representative
client
supervisor.
Client may include:
clubs
external organisations
individuals
internal departments
internal employees.
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:
review test-plan documentation and ensure client acceptance requirements are explicitly and accurately tested to predetermined standards of consistent performance, specifically:
ensure system operates in the manner expected
provide supporting material such as procedures and forms
ensure there are no gaps in functionality
ensure individual elements and the overall system provide the desired result or functionality
provide unit and suite user-documentation
copy user-accepted code to the live area
ensure version numbers are correct and code is operational.
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
business requirements
project documentation, including templates, standards, specifications, and client user and technical manuals
test plan
technical components of system, including software, hardware and network
staffing resources, including development, operations and client user representatives
system application suitable for testing
functional test cases selected to satisfy the agreed acceptance criteria (acceptance tests relate to the functionality of the system as stated in the requirements specification).
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 undertaking acceptance tests
review of:
reports and plans completed by the candidate for different scenarios and situations
a completed acceptance documentation for systems prepared by candidate
verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of tests and inspections types of systems and applications.
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
D0238 ICAT5083B Develop and conduct client acceptance test Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUW53 ICTSAS504 Develop and conduct client acceptance test Unit of competency