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ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Training

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The certificate for ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Training is based on the ISTQB Advanced level syllabus. It extends the knowledge gained in the ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing and is one of three certificated courses in the overall advanced scheme.

The ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst course is suitable for those actively involved in the analysis, specification, design and execution aspects of software testing. The ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst course, which is fully compliant with the syllabus and its prescribed learning objectives, contains 10 key modules of at least the required duration (minutes):

1. Introduction to the Syllabus (60);
2. Basic Aspects of Software Testing (30);
3. Testing Processes (180);
4. Test Management (120);
5. Test Techniques (1080); 
6. Test of Software Characteristics (210);
7. Reviews (180)
8. Incident Management (120);
9. Test Tools & Automation (90);
10. People Skills & Team Composition (30).

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ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Course Objectives

Taking the ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing as its basis, the certificate and course build directly on key aspects of test analysis:

• To prepare candidates for the examination for the Advanced Certificate for Test Analysts;
• Extend understanding of software test analysis – its practical application and key components – and to enhance awareness of issues and constraints around software test analysis.

ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Training Key Points

Introduction to Syllabus

• General introduction and objectives;
• Review of the ISTQB Foundation Syllabus.

Basic Aspects of Software Testing

• General Refresher & Overview.

Incident Management

• Analyse;
• Classify;
• Describe Defects.

Test of Software Characteristics

• Quality Attributes for Domain Testing;
• Quality Attributes for Technical Testing;

Testing Processes

• Test Analysis & Design;
• Test Implementation & Execution;
• Evaluating Exit Criteria & Reporting.

Reviews

• Review Checklists;
• Review Types.

Test tools & Automation

• Test Tool Concepts;
• Test Tool Categories.

Test Techniques

• Selection of Techniques;
• Typical defects and coverage criteria;
• Designing test cases;
• Test Specification;
• Rationale for defect-based and experience-based testing;
• Example defect taxonomies and their use;
• Exploratory testing.

People Skills & Team Composition

• Communication.

Test Management

• Risk Based Testing;
• Prioritisation;
• Coverage;
• Activities for Planning and Execution of Domain Testing.

ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Exam

Each Advanced level examination lasts 3 hours and consists of 65 multiple choice, questions. Each question has a value of 1, 2 or 3 marks, the total available mark for each exam is 100 and the pass mark is 65. The Advanced level exam has “pick ‘n’ mix” questions which consist of a stem (question) followed by a list of options (minimum 5). The candidate is asked to pick 2 or 3 of the options listed.

ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Training Course Audience

This advanced level qualification for test analysts is aimed at all testing professionals who wish to gain greater knowledge and recognition of test analysis and its application. In addition it is strongly recommended by the syllabus board that candidates also have at least 18 months experience in Software Testing and take an accredited course before sitting the exam: Testers, Test Analysts, Test Engineers, Test Consultants, Test Managers, User Acceptance Testers and Software Developers.

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