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Certified Software Tester – Intermediate Level (CSTIL)

Course Description:

The Certified Software Tester Intermediate Level Exam is the next step in your career if you want to advance in Software Testing. This exam is suitable for anyone involved in software testing, covering essential knowledge for advanced test professionals, whether in Test Analysis or Test Management. The Intermediate level exam combines theory and practical application. Candidates need to show a high level of knowledge in software testing to earn this certification, making it ideal for those aiming for career growth after the foundation level. The Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing is for those who prefer a more hands-on approach to the core testing concepts covered in the Foundation level. It's recommended for professionals in software testing or anyone interested in a practical approach to testing concepts. Our E-Learning Course breaks down the material into easy-to-understand lessons, with interactive exercises for better learning. It includes a mock exam simulator.

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Certification Overview

The Certified Software Tester Intermediate Level Exam is the next step in your career if you want to advance in Software Testing. This exam is suitable for anyone involved in software testing, covering essential knowledge for advanced test professionals, whether in Test Analysis or Test Management. The Intermediate level exam combines theory and practical application. Candidates need to show a high level of knowledge in software testing to earn this certification, making it ideal for those aiming for career growth after the foundation level. The Intermediate Certificate in Software Testing is for those who prefer a more hands-on approach to the core testing concepts covered in the Foundation level. It's recommended for professionals in software testing or anyone interested in a practical approach to testing concepts. Our E-Learning Course breaks down the material into easy-to-understand lessons, with interactive exercises for better learning. It includes a mock exam simulator to test and reinforce your understanding of Software Testing foundations, helping you feel confident for the exams.

E-Course Duration: 20 to 25 Hours

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Exam Information

  • The test has 40 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you need to get at least 28 of them right, which is 70% of the total.

  • Tests are done online and supervised using a webcam and a good internet connection. You can take them from any place and at any time.

  • The exam lasts for 1 hour, which is 60 minutes.

  • During the exam monitored by ProctorU, you can't use any outside info. They'll tell you what kind of stuff you can have, like your ID.

  • If you don't pass the exam on your second try, you have to wait at least fourteen (14) days before you can try again for the third time or any time after that. You can take the exam as many times as you need.

  • The GIPMC Certified Software Tester - Intermediate Level Certificate lasts for four (4) years.

  • CTIL™ is a Trademark of GIPMC.

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  • Note: You don't need any specific requirements to take the Certified Software Tester – Intermediate Level Certification (Completing an E-Course from GIPMC is not required). However, we strongly recommend taking the E-Course because most of the questions in the real exam come from it.
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Course Outline

Module 1 – Overview of Testing

    • Introduction of Testing
    • Significance of Testing
    • Seven Testing Principles
    • Physiology of testing
    • Who can do testing?
    • Skill sets for testing professionals
    • Tasks handled by test professionals
    • SDLC and phases of SDLC
    • Life Cycle Modules
    • Definition and use of Agile and Scrum
    • What is build and build process?
    • STLC
    • Business Requirements
    • What is FRD?
    • Code of Ethics
    • Advantages of Manual and Automatic Testing

Module 2 – Test Plan

    • What is test plan?
    • Objective, scope and Strategy of test plans
    • How to write test plan?
    • Test Case
    • Test Case Specification
    • Test Procedure Specification
    • Test Log
    • Test Incident Report
    • Test Summary Report
    • Software Metrics
    • Types of Metrics

Module 3 – Test Case and Execution

    • Test Case
    • How to write effective test cases?
    • Test case review
    • Trace-ability matrix
    • Defect or bug
    • Bug Lifecycle
    • Priority vs severity
    • Causes of software defects
    • How to write test cases
    • Tracking and bug reporting

Module 4 – Test Review

    • What is test review
    • Objective of reviews (Formal, Informal, Technical and Peer)
    • Value of review
    • Success factor for reviews

Module 5 – Types of Testing

    • Types of Testing (Manual and Automation)
    • Methods of Testing (Black Box, White Box and Grey Box Testing)
    • Levels of Testing
    • Non-functional Testing 

Target Audience

  • Software Testers who are engaged in any aspect of software testing.
  • Candidates who are seeking a new career in the field of Software Testing after Foundation Level Certification
  • Everyone building a career in software testing, such as testers, test analysts, test designers and test managers, as well as anyone looking for advanced level software testing knowledge, e.g. project managers, QA managers, system managers, development managers and others, will benefit from this certification.
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