Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ICASAS504A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop and conduct client acceptance test

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ICASAS504A - Develop and conduct client acceptance test
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.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to senior information and communications technology (ICT) staff employed in a range of work environments who are required to conduct user acceptance tests.Applications involve participation in development of strategic initiatives as well as personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations or organising others. It may include participation in teams, including teams concerned with planning and evaluation.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify acceptance criteria and develop test plan
  • Review system requirements documentation and project plans to identify mandatory system objectives and optional criteria, and conditions for system acceptance
  • Develop test plan based on system requirements
  • Review and validate test plan based on mandatory criteria, conditions, and system objectives and requirements
  • Communicate test plan to client and prepare client for acceptance test
  • Notify appropriate person of the scheduled acceptance test
       
Element: Perform functional testing on software modules
  • Prepare test environment for client use
  • Perform testing according to test plan and documentation
  • Execute each test cycle
  • Document errors, difficulties and problems
       
Element: Validate test results against expected results
  • Record and investigate discrepancies and corrections according to project procedures and timeframe
  • Brief client on outcomes to ensure client understands test results
  • Monitor system performance as required
  • Reschedule required code changes or modifications
       
Element: Obtain sign-off and acceptance
  • Confirm test results with client
  • Identify and document client concerns over system operation
  • Identify possible solutions to concerns and notify appropriate development staff as required
  • Confirm client approval and obtain sign-off
  • Seek and formalise agreement of involved parties regarding the rescheduling of further required maintenance
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

analytical skills to interpret test information

communication skills to:

liaise with client and technical staff to ensure client understanding of test sequences

negotiate with team members

present information

literacy skills to:

interpret technical specifications, standards and related documentation

prepare reports and technical documentation

numeracy skills to make calculations

planning and organisational skills to:

conduct risk management

develop test plans to efficiently undertake inspections and tests

estimate scope, time, cost and quality

determine project communications

technical skills to conduct tests and validate test results.

Required knowledge

automated test tools, with detailed knowledge of features and processes in some areas

business rules and standards

client user requirements

system or application being tested

testing techniques.

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.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review system requirements documentation and project plans to identify mandatory system objectives and optional criteria, and conditions for system acceptance 
Develop test plan based on system requirements 
Review and validate test plan based on mandatory criteria, conditions, and system objectives and requirements 
Communicate test plan to client and prepare client for acceptance test 
Notify appropriate person of the scheduled acceptance test 
Prepare test environment for client use 
Perform testing according to test plan and documentation 
Execute each test cycle 
Document errors, difficulties and problems 
Record and investigate discrepancies and corrections according to project procedures and timeframe 
Brief client on outcomes to ensure client understands test results 
Monitor system performance as required 
Reschedule required code changes or modifications 
Confirm test results with client 
Identify and document client concerns over system operation 
Identify possible solutions to concerns and notify appropriate development staff as required 
Confirm client approval and obtain sign-off 
Seek and formalise agreement of involved parties regarding the rescheduling of further required maintenance 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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