ICTSAS515
Manage the testing process


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively manage and administer the end-to-end testing process, including test definition, execution and reporting.

It applies to experienced individuals who work autonomously in performing or organising others to complete complex technical operations.

No licensing, legislative, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

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

Evidence of Performance

Evidence of the ability to:

develop a test schedule

manage the testing procedure and process

review the system based on test outcomes to determine acceptability.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.


Evidence of Knowledge

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

compare and contrast testing techniques and automated test tools, explaining the key features and processes of each

describe the key features of organisational procedures relating to the testing process

explain system requirements describing key requirements and features

analyse the system or application being tested.


Assessment Conditions

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the systems administration and support field of work, and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

industry software packages

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.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.


Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill

Performance Criteria

Description

Reading

1.1, 1.2

Compares and evaluates textual information and numerical data/specifications from a range of documentation to inform testing requirements

Writing

1.3-1.5, 2.3, 3.2

Uses technically specific language and a range of writing styles to articulate requirements

Uses appropriate formats and structures to present information logically for different audiences and revises documents based on feedback and outcomes

Oral Communication

1.5, 2.2

Explains technical requirements and plans to relevant personnel, using clear and precise language and listening and questioning skills to confirm understanding

Interact with others

1.4, 1.5, 2.2

Identifies and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with colleagues and others

Get the work done

1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.3

Develops plans to manage relatively complex routine and non-routine tasks with an awareness of how they might contribute to broader strategy and goals

Uses problem solving techniques to analyse required outcomes in order to manage the testing process

Uses digital technologies to manage operations


Sectors

Systems administration and support