The Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA)® qualification is aimed at people who have achieved an advanced point in their careers in software testing.
The CSTA® Certification provides the participant with a solid understanding of, and practical experience in, test case design. Participants’ knowledge of the quality and the objective of software testing, the system development and quality assurance lifecycles, and functional testing are reinforced.
The focus of the CSTA® Certification is on Test Case design, and participants are provided with ample opportunity to gain a solid understanding of this. Participants are also provided with an opportunity to design quality assurance.
In the E-Course, participants are presented with various techniques of trawling for requirements in the absence of proper system documentation; this includes context diagrams, data-flow diagrams, workshop facilitation, and interviewing subject matter experts.
You will also learn how to apply testing strategies in real-world situations, gaining competency in the techniques essential for test analysis and performing outcome-driven test activities.
E-Course Duration
30 – 35 Hours
Exam Information
Exam Pattern: The exam comprises 100 Multiple Choice Questions out of which the candidate needs to score 80% (80 out of 100 correct) to pass.
Candidate can also opt for Certified Software Tester – Advanced Level (CSTAL) – Test Analyst or Technical Test Analyst (CSTTA)® based on ISTQB Syllabus at the time of scheduling an exam.
Duration of Exam: 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
Exam Format: Conducted in a non-proctored mode and can be taken anytime and anywhere within an eight-month validity period.
Upon purchasing the Premium Package or an Exam Voucher Code, a voucher code with two attempts will be assigned to your login profile under the “My Vouchers” tab.
You can then take the exam through the “My Exam(s)” tab in your profile. To take the exam, simply apply the voucher code.
Retaking of the Exam:
The Exam Voucher included in the Premium Package or purchased separately is valid for two (2) attempts.
If you are unable to pass the exam within these two attempts, you can purchase a new voucher code, which will grant you an additional two attempts.
Kindly Note: The voucher will not be valid for a second attempt if you pass the exam on your first attempt.
Certification Validity: The Certified Software Tester – Intermediate Level Certificate is valid for Four (4) years.
Course Outline
Module 1 – Testing Fundamentals and Process
Quick Overview on Testing
Testing Lifecycle Process
Testing in the SDLC
Test Monitoring, Planning and Control
Test Analysis
Test Design
Test Implementation
Test Execution
Evaluating Exit Criteria and Reporting
Test Closure Activities
Module 2 – Test Management for the Test Analyst
Test Progress Monitoring and Control
Distributed, Outsourced and Insourced Testing
Test Analyst’s Tasks in Risk-Based Testing
Module 3 – Testing Software Quality Characteristics (Part 1)
Test Techniques
Specification-Based Techniques
Defect-Based Techniques
Experience-Based Techniques
Cause-effects graphs
Equivalence partitioning
Boundary Value
Decision Table
State Transition
Pairwise Testing
Case-based Testing
Mind Mapping
Test Matrix
Error Guessing Technique
Checklist-based Technique
Exploratory Testing
Attacks
Module 4 – Testing Software Quality Characteristics (Part 2)
Quality Characteristics for Business Domain Service
Testing Characteristics
Typical Defects
Testing in the Life Cycle
Approaches, Usability Requirements, and User’s Expectations
Module 5 – Review Preparation
Using Checklists in Reviews
Analyze a use case or user interface and identify problems
Analyze a requirements specification
Types of review
Roles and Responsibilities in Reviews
Informal Review
Management Review
Analyze Requirements Specification or User Story
Module 6 – Defect Management
Detecting Defects
Defect Report Fields
Non-functional Defects
Defect Classification
Identifying, Gathering, and Recording Classification
Root Cause Analysis
Module 7 – Test Tools and Automation
Test Tools
Test Analyst’s role in Keyword Driven Automation
Troubleshooting
Testing Tools Approaches
Module 8 – Software Inspection
Software Inspection
Testing Methods and Strategies
Module 9 – Usability Testing
Attributes
Usability Testing Process
Client/Server Testing
Module 10 – Additional Test Design Technique
Static Analysis
Dynamic Analysis
Target Audience
The CSTA is ideal for testers and test teams who are looking to build on their existing software testing skills.
Experienced Testers wanting to progress their hands-on advanced testing skills.
Test Managers wanting a better understanding of advanced testing skills.
Testers wanting to accredit their advanced-level skills for recognition among employers, clients, and peers.
