Certificate Program in Software Testing

  • Onsite and Online
  • Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Course Description

The Certificate Program in Software Testing is designed to introduce the foundational concepts of software testing to individuals with basic computer knowledge. This course focuses on manual testing techniques, testing terminology, methodologies and best practices that will allow learners to understand the importance of quality assurance in software development. Students will learn how to identify defects, write test cases and perform testing processes manually without involving automated tools.

This course is a step-by-step guide to understanding the role of a software tester. Through theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, learners will explore various types of software testing such as functional testing, performance testing and usability testing. By the end of this program, students will be able to test simple software applications, identify common issues and document their findings effectively.

Module 1: Introduction to Software Testing 
  • Importance of software testing in development
  • Key terminology: Bugs, defects, test cases and test plan
  • Overview of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing phases
 
Module 2: Understanding Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) 
  • Different SDLC models (Waterfall, Agile, V-Model)
  • How testing fits within SDLC
  • Roles and responsibilities of a software tester
 
Module 3: Types of Software Testing 
  • Functional testing vs. non-functional testing
  • Manual testing vs. automated testing
  • Black-box testing and white-box testing
 
Module 4: Test Case Design
 
  • Writing effective test cases
  • Types of test cases: Positive, negative, boundary conditions
  • Test case formats and templates
 
Module 5: Test Plan Creation 
  • Purpose of a test plan
  • Components of a test plan: Scope, objectives, strategy, resources
  • Estimating effort and scheduling for testing activities
 
Module 6: Functional Testing Techniques 
  • Understanding functional requirements
  • Test scenarios for web applications
  • Performing smoke testing, regression testing and sanity testing
 
Module 7: Usability and User Interface (UI) Testing 
  • Basics of usability testing
  • UI design principles and guidelines
  • Conducting UI testing and reviewing user experience
 
Module 8: Exploratory Testing 
  • Definition and approach to exploratory testing
  • When and how to use exploratory testing
  • Documentation and reporting in exploratory testing
 
Module 9: Defect Life Cycle and Reporting 
  • Understanding the defect life cycle
  • Defect identification and classification
  • Writing clear and concise defect reports
 
Module 10: Test Execution and Defect Tracking 
  • Preparing for test execution
  • Tracking defects using defect management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla)
  • Collaboration between testers and developers
 
Module 11: Performance and Compatibility Testing 
  • Introduction to performance testing concepts
  • Tools and techniques for manual performance testing
  • Compatibility testing across different environments (OS, browsers)
 
Module 12: Final Review and Reporting 
  • Preparing test summary reports
  • Review of testing process and lessons learned
  • Best practices for continuous learning and improving testing skills
 
Assessment and Certification: 
  • Evaluation: Weekly quizzes and assignments
  • Project: Final project to design and execute manual tests for a sample application
  • Certification: Certificate of completion upon successful final assessment and project submission.

This program will help students grasp the core concepts of software testing and become proficient in manual testing without the need for automation tools.

 
  • Beginners with basic computer knowledge who are interested in pursuing a career in software testing.
  • Individuals looking to transition into quality assurance from other IT roles.
  • Junior software testers who wish to strengthen their manual testing skills.
  • Those who are looking to gain foundational knowledge before advancing to automated testing tools.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand the basic principles and importance of software testing.
  2. Identify different types of software testing and their purposes.
  3. Write clear and effective test cases for different testing scenarios.
  4. Execute manual tests and identify defects in software applications.
  5. Document and report defects with appropriate details.
  6. Understand software development life cycle (SDLC) and its relationship to software testing.
  7. Apply basic knowledge of bug tracking and test management tools.
  8. Differentiate between various testing phases like unit testing, system testing, and acceptance testing.
  9. Develop good communication skills for reporting test results and collaborating with developers.
  10. Gain an understanding of the importance of user interface and usability testing.
  11. Participate in review meetings to ensure the quality of the product.
  12. Work effectively within a team to contribute to the testing process.
The delivery method for this certification is entirely online, requiring candidates to have access to a personal computer.

Simple English and Sinhala

30 Hours
3 Days Per Week ; 2 Hours
Per Participant fee: Rs. 15,000/=

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