Chapter 1:
The Tasks of the Test Analyst in the Test Process

1.1 Testing in the Software Development Lifecycle
1.2 Involvement in Test Activities

• 1.2.1 Test Analysis
• 1.2.2 Test Design
• 1.2.3 Test Implementation
• 1.2.4 Test Execution

1.3 Tasks Related to Work Products

• 1.3.1 High-Level Test Cases and Low-Level Test Cases
• 1.3.2 Quality Criteria for Test Cases
• 1.3.3 Test Environment Requirements
• 1.3.4 Determining Test Oracles
• 1.3.5 Test Data Requirements
• 1.3.6 Developing Test Scripts Using Keyword-Driven Testing
• 1.3.7 Tools Applied in Managing the Testware

Chapter 2:
The Tasks of the Test Analyst in Risk-Based Testing

Introduction to the Tasks of the Test Analyst in Risk-Based Testing
2.1 Risk Analysis
2.2 Risk Control

Chapter 3:
Test Analysis and Test Design

Introduction to Test Analysis and Test Design
3.1 Data-Based Test Techniques

• 3.1.1 Domain Testing
• 3.1.2 Combinatorial Testing
• 3.1.3 Random Testing

3.2 Behavior-Based Test Techniques

• 3.2.1 CRUD Testing
• 3.2.2 State Transition Testing
• 3.2.3 Scenario-Based Testing

3.3 Rule-Based Test Techniques

• 3.3.1 Decision Table Testing
• 3.3.2 Metamorphic Testing
• 3.4 Experience-Based Testing
• 3.4.1 Test Charters Supporting Session-Based Testing
• 3.4.2 Checklists Supporting Experience-Based Test Techniques
• 3.4.3 Crowd Testing

3.5 Applying the Most Appropriate Test Techniques

• 3.5.1 Selecting Test Techniques to Mitigate Product Risks
• 3.5.2 Benefits and Risks of Automating the Test Design

Chapter 4:
Testing Software Quality Characteristics

Introduction to Testing Quality Characteristics
4.1 Functional Testing
4.2 Usability Testing
4.3 Flexibility Testing
4.4 Compatibility Testing

Chapter 5:
Software Defect Prevention

Introduction to Software Defect Prevention
5.1 Defect Prevention Practices
5.2 Supporting Phase Containment

• 5.2.1 Using Models to Detect Defects
• 5.2.2 Applying Review Techniques

5.3 Mitigating the Recurrence of Defects

• 5.3.1 Analyzing Test Results to Improve Defect Detection
• 5.3.2 Supporting Root Cause Analysis with Defect Classification

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Perform the appropriate testing activities based on the particular software development lifecycle being used
• Determine the proper prioritization of the testing activities based on the information provided by the risk analysis
• Provide the appropriate level of documentation relevant to the testing activities
• Determine the appropriate types of functional testing to be performed
• Select and apply appropriate testing techniques to ensure that tests provide an adequate level of confidence, based on defined coverage criteria
• Effectively participate in formal and informal reviews with stakeholders, applying knowledge of typical mistakes made in the work products
• Design and implement a defect classification scheme
• Apply tools to support an efficient testing process