Sheridan Course Outlines

MGMT70043
Software Testing

I: Administrative Information II: Course Details III: Topical Outline(s) Printable Version

Section I: Administrative Information

Total hours: 21.0
Credit Value: 1.5
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Spring/Summer 2014
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Business Analysis
Program Coordinator(s): Jonathan Nituch
Course Leader or Contact: Multiple Course Leaders
Version: 1.0
Status: Approved - Under Rev (AREV)

Section I Notes: This course is offered in a classroom version and an online version. In the classroom version, classes are conducted on campus, students engage in classroom instruction. The online version is a web-based course offered entirely online so students will need reliable access to the internet. Students should have a basic level of comfort using computers as well as the self-discipline to study online.

Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students are introduced to the fundamental concepts and processes of software testing which consists of the verification of implemented solutions against documented specifications. They review various levels of software testing such as black box, grey box, white box, regression, static, dynamic or automated, and learn to create test cases and a test plan. Studies further introduce students to the role of the tester and the business analyst in the quality assurance process. Students participate in hands-on exercises, group case study, online readings, discussions and quizzes. Additionally students may find this course helpful preparation for the (ISTQB) International Standard Testing Certified Qualification Board, Certified Tester Foundation Level exam.

Program Context

Business Analysis

Program Coordinator: Jonathan Nituch

This is an elective course in the Business Analysis Sheridan Certificate offered through the Faculty of Continuing and Professional Studies.

Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

 Critical Performance 
By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated the ability
to produce the key deliverables expected of a software tester
including test cases, test reports and a test plan, while applying the
fundamental concepts of software testing. 

Learning Outcomes 
To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated
the ability to:

 1. Describe the role of the tester and the business analyst in the
    quality assurance process. 
 2. Distinguish among the various test levels such as component, 
    integration, system, acceptance, and among the various test types
    such as functional, usability, and regression.
 3. Describe the seven core software testing principles and their
    limitations.
 4. Write test cases using black-box testing techniques test system  
    functionality.
 5. Write test cases using white-box testing techniques to test 
    the individual components of the system architecture.
 6. Prepare non-functional test cases in order to test non-functional
    requirements. 
 7. Write an incident report in order to document a possible defect
    observed during testing.
 8. Write a test plan in order to document the testing scope and 
    approach.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

Online Discussions/In-Class Activities 2x5% 	10%	
Individual Assignment 	    			30%	
Group Work Project 	    			10%	
Weekly Quizzes   5x10%    			50%		
Total		      				100%	


Note:
All assignments must be completed as individual or group efforts,
based on the instructor's specifications.     
The instructor will specify in writing the following within the online
course:
 - Due dates and special instructions for submissions
 - Deductions for overdue submissions

Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requirements:

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

	Communication		Critical Thinking & Problem Solving		Interpersonal
	Numeracy		Information Management		Personal

Notes: N/A

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) : Office of the Registrar
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous relevant work/life experience, service, self-study and training on the job. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Challenge Exam	Portfolio	Interview	Other	Not Eligible for PLAR
X

Notes: N/A

Section III: Topical Outline

Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Effective term: Spring/Summer 2014
Professor: Multiple Professors
Textbook(s):

Thompson, Geoff; Williams, Peter; Hambling, Brian; Samaroo, Angelina;
Morgan, Peter (2010). Software Testing: An ISTQB-ISEB Foundation
Guide. British Informatics Society Limited.

Applicable student group(s): In-class and online students in the Faculty of Continuing and Professional Studies.
Course Details:

Orientation Module  	
 - Welcome and Introductions

Module 1: Testing Fundamentals & Testing Lifecycle	
 - The role of the tester and the business analyst in the QA process
 - The seven principles of software testing
 - Test levels and test types

Learning Outcomes covered: 1, 2, 3
Learning activities and Assessments: Quizzes (2x10% =20%), Discussion (5%)

Module 2: Static Testing & Test Design Techniques	
 - Static testing
 - Test design techniques
 - Black-box testing
 - White-box testing
 - Testing of non-functional requirements

Learning Outcomes covered: 4, 5, 6
Learning activities and Assessments: Quizzes (2x10%=20%), Assignment
(30%), Discussion (5%)

Module 3: Test Management & Test Tools	
 - Incident reports 
 - Test plans
 - Test tools

Learning Outcomes covered: 7, 8
Learning activities and Assessments: Group Work Project (10%); Quiz (10%)

Sheridan Policies

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Academic Integrity: The principle of academic integrity requires that all work submitted for evaluation and course credit be the original, unassisted work of the student. Cheating or plagiarism including borrowing, copying, purchasing or collaborating on work, except for group projects arranged and approved by the professor, or otherwise submitting work that is not the student's own, violates this principle and will not be tolerated. Students who have any questions regarding whether or not specific circumstances involve a breach of academic integrity are advised to review the Academic Integrity Policy and procedure and/or discuss them with the professor.

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Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Any changes to course curriculum and/or assessment shall adhere to approved Sheridan protocol. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.

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