ISTQB/ISEB Foundation Certification

ISTQB/ISEB Foundation Certification The Foundation Certificate is awarded to those who pass a written one hour multiple-choice exam which is set, moderated, marked and invigilated by the Information Systems Examination Board (ISEB).
This 2-day course is appropriate for testers, test team leaders, developers, development managers, business analysts, and anyone wishing to gain the ISEB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing.
Prerequisites
None. However we strongly suggest that delegates wishing to take the Foundation exam should have at least 6 months experience in testing.
Course Objectives
To provide an understanding of the fundamental principles of testing and explain different testing terminology. The course also provides an overview of different techniques, both dynamic and static and how to apply them.
Skills Gained

• Learn about the differences between the testing levels and targets
• Know how to apply both black and white box approaches to all levels of testing
• Understand the differences between the various types of review and be aware of Static Analysis
• Learn aspects of test planning, estimation, monitoring and control
• Communicate better through understanding standard definitions of terms
• Gain knowledge of the different types of testing tools and the best way of implementing those tools

Static Techniques
Explains the differences between the various types of review, and outlines the characteristics of a formal review. Describes how static analysis can find defects.
Test Design Techniques
This section explains how to identify test conditions (things to test) and how to design test cases and procedures. It also explains the difference between white and black box testing. The following techniques are described in some detail with practical exercises:

• Equivalence Partitioning
• Boundary Value Analysis
• Decision Tables
• State Transition testing
• Statement and Decision testing

In addition, use case testing and experience-based testing (such as exploratory testing) are described, and advice is given on choosing techniques.
Test Management
This section looks at organisational implications for testing and describes test planning and estimation, test monitoring and control. The relationship of testing and risk is covered, and configuration management and incident management.
Tool Support for Testing
Different types of tool support for testing are described throughout the course. This session summarises them, and discusses how to use them effectively and how best to introduce a new tool.

Class Environment
Classes are kept to maximum of 8 learners to increase productivity and learning experience. This enables the trainer to give the personal attention to each learner.