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