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Software Testing Engineer Certification (STEC)


Course Description:

In software engineering, we work in teams because the problems we face are too big for one person to handle alone. Communication is key, and teams include developers, testers, architects, system engineers, customers, and project managers. Planning is important for large projects. Implementation involves more than just writing code – it also means following guidelines, writing documentation, and creating unit tests. But unit tests alone aren't enough; we need to make sure all the pieces fit together. Metrics help us identify areas where there may be problems and if our code meets certain standards. Even after coding, our work isn't done. Maintaining software for large projects can keep many people busy for a long time. Project management is important for success, and engineers need the right tools. There are different methods of software testing. Static testing involves examining code, while dynamic testing involves running the actual program. Both check functionality.


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Certification Overview

In software engineering, we work in teams because the problems we face are too big for one person to handle alone. Communication is key, and teams include developers, testers, architects, system engineers, customers, and project managers. Planning is important for large projects. Implementation involves more than just writing code – it also means following guidelines, writing documentation, and creating unit tests. But unit tests alone aren't enough; we need to make sure all the pieces fit together. Metrics help us identify areas where there may be problems and if our code meets certain standards. Even after coding, our work isn't done. Maintaining software for large projects can keep many people busy for a long time. Project management is important for success, and engineers need the right tools. There are different methods of software testing. Static testing involves examining code, while dynamic testing involves running the actual program. Both check functionality, correctness, reliability, and adaptability. Testing usually happens after we've figured out what our target audience needs and finished coding. While testing may not catch every bug, it helps assess overall performance. Software bugs can be costly, so testing is crucial. As software becomes more complex, testing will continue to be important and will require specific training and experience for testers.

E-Course Duration: 30 to 35 Hours

Exam Information

  • The exam has 80 multiple-choice questions, and you need to answer at least 56 of them correctly (56 out of 80) to pass.

  • Exams are taken online with supervision using a webcam and a stable internet connection. You can take the exams from anywhere and at any time.

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

  • Software Testing Engineer Certification (STEC) exam does not allow access to external sources of information during the ProctorU-supervised exam. Additional details about permitted materials, like identification proof, will be provided.

  • If a candidate doesn't pass the exam on their first try, they need to wait at least seven (7) days before they can try again for a second (2nd) or subsequent time. You can take the exam as many times as you need.

  • The Software Testing Engineer Certification (STEC)® Certificate never expires; it lasts for your entire life.

  • Software Testing Engineer Certification (STEC)® is a special name owned by GIPMC.

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  • To get the Software Testing Engineer Certification (STEC)® Certification, you need to finish an E-Course from the GiPMBok portal. This is important because many questions in the actual exam come from this course.

Course Outline

Module 1 - Foundation

    • Course Objectives
    • What is Systems Engineering
    • What is Software Systems Engineering?
    • Why Should We Use Standards?
    • Basic Principles for Standards
    • ISO Compared to IEEE
    • How Standards are Developed
    • Organization of the SESC Standards
    • Clauses
    • Normative vs. Informative
    • What Is in a Standard?
    • What Is Not in a Standard?
    • Where Standards Can Be Obtained?
    • How to Tailor and Apply Standards
    • Final Thoughts
    • Other Resources

Module 2 - STDB

    • Introduction to IEEE/EIA 12207
    • Application of the IEEE/EIA 12207
    • Applying the IEEE/EIA 12207 to Organizations and Projects
    • 12207 Life Cycle Processes and Roles
    • IEEE/EIA 12207 Processes and Their Interactions
    • Tailoring the Processes
    • The Structure of Life Cycle Processes
    • The Influence of Total Quality Management
    • The Relationship Between Systems and Software
    • The Relationship Between Organizations and Parties
    • Responding to Technology Evolution
    • Events and Milestones
    • Documenting Outputs
    • The Role of Software Metrics
    • Certification and Compliance
    • Other Related Standards and Their Relationship

Module 3 - Module STDC - IEEE 12207 Project Life Cycles

    • Overview of Project Lifecycle
    • Types of Prototypes
    • Applying Prototyping to Life Cycle Models
    • Risks of Prototyping
    • Commercial Items (COTS) and Reuse
    • Selecting a Software Lifecycle Model
    • Which Development Strategy to Pick?
    • Using Risk Analysis to Determine the Right Development Strategy
    • SLCM Selection Criteria
    • Steps in Creating Life Cycle Processes
    • SLCM Plans
    • SLCM Plan Contents
    • Considerations in Implementing and Maintaining the Software
    • Establishing Life Cycle Processes
    • Monitoring Life Cycle Processes
    • Evaluating the Impact of Changes on Life Cycle Processes
       

Target Audience

  • Compliance Managers
  • Software Testing Engineers
  • Technical Managers
  • Software Design Engineers
  • Test Consultants
  • Software Quality Engineers
  • Senior Test/Analyst
  • Test Team Leaders
  • Performance Test Engineers
  • Documentation Specialist
  • Process Analysts
  • Project Managers
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