Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) V4.0 Practice Exam
Tester Foundation Level (BH0-010) Certification Exam
About Tester Foundation Level Certification BH0-010
The Foundation Level qualification is aimed at professionals who need to demonstrate practical knowledge of the fundamental concepts of software testing. This includes people in roles such as test designers, test analysts, test engineers, test consultants, test managers, user acceptance testers and IT Professionals. The Foundation Level qualification is also appropriate for anyone who needs a basic understanding of software testing, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants. To get an ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level Certificate you must successfully pass the Foundation Exam administered by your National or Regional Board or Examination Provider.
The exam aims to verify that the candidate has acquired the professional knowledge contained in the syllabus.
The Foundation Level exam is characterized by:
- 40 multiple-choice questions
- scoring of 1 point for each correct answer
- pass mark of 65% (26 or more points)
- duration of 60 minutes (or 75 minutes for candidates taking exams that are not in their native or local language).
Course Outline
The Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) exam covers the following topic -
Domain 1: Understanding Fundamentals of Testing (175 minutes)
1.1 Explain Testing
FL-1.1.1 (K1) Identify typical objectives of testing
FL-1.1.2 (K2) Differentiate testing from debugging
1.2 Importance of Testing Necessary
FL-1.2.1 (K2) Give examples of why testing is necessary
FL-1.2.2 (K2) Describe the relationship between testing and quality assurance and give examples of how testing contributes to higher quality
FL-1.2.3 (K2) Distinguish between error, defect, and failure
FL-1.2.4 (K2) Distinguish between the root cause of a defect and its effects
1.3 Explain Seven Testing Principles
FL-1.3.1 (K2) Explain the seven testing principles
1.4 Explain Test Process
FL-1.4.1 (K2) Explain the impact of context on the test process
FL-1.4.2 (K2) Describe the test activities and respective tasks within the test process
FL-1.4.3 (K2) Differentiate the work products that support the test process
FL-1.4.4 (K2) Explain the value of maintaining traceability between the test basis and test work products
1.5 Explain the Psychology of Testing
FL-1.5.1 (K1) Identify the psychological factors that influence the success of testing
FL-1.5.2 (K2) Explain the difference between the mindset required for test activities and the mindset required for development activities
Domain 2: Understanding Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (100 minutes)
2.1 Explain Software Development Lifecycle Models
FL-2.1.1 (K2) Explain the relationships between software development activities and test activities in the software development lifecycle
FL-2.1.2 (K1) Identify reasons why software development lifecycle models must be adapted to the context of project and product characteristics
2.2 Explain Test Levels
FL-2.2.1 (K2) Compare the different test levels from the perspective of objectives, test basis, test objects, typical defects and failures, and approaches and responsibilities
2.3 Explain Test Types
FL-2.3.1 (K2) Compare functional, non-functional, and white-box testing
FL-2.3.2 (K1) Recognize that functional, non-functional, and white-box tests occur at any test level
FL-2.3.3 (K2) Compare the purposes of confirmation testing and regression testing
2.4 Explain Maintenance Testing
FL-2.4.1 (K2) Summarize triggers for maintenance testing
FL-2.4.2 (K2) Describe the role of impact analysis in maintenance testing
Domain 3: Understanding Static Testing (135 minutes)
3.1 Explain Static Testing Basics
FL-3.1.1 (K1) Recognize types of software work product that can be examined by the different static testing techniques
FL-3.1.2 (K2) Use examples to describe the value of static testing
FL-3.1.3 (K2) Explain the difference between static and dynamic techniques, considering objectives, types of defects to be identified, and the role of these techniques within the software lifecycle
3.2 Explain Review Process
FL-3.2.1 (K2) Summarize the activities of the work product review process
FL-3.2.2 (K1) Recognize the different roles and responsibilities in a formal review
FL-3.2.3 (K2) Explain the differences between different review types: informal review, walkthrough, technical review, and inspection
FL-3.2.4 (K3) Apply a review technique to a work product to find defects
FL-3.2.5 (K2) Explain the factors that contribute to a successful review
Domain 4: Understanding Test Techniques (330 minutes)
4.1 Explain Categories of Test Techniques
FL-4.1.1 (K2) Explain the characteristics, commonalities, and differences between black-box test techniques, white-box test techniques, and experience-based test techniques
4.2 Explain Black-box Test Techniques
FL-4.2.1 (K3) Apply equivalence partitioning to derive test cases from given requirements
FL-4.2.2 (K3) Apply boundary value analysis to derive test cases from given requirements
FL-4.2.3 (K3) Apply decision table testing to derive test cases from given requirements
FL-4.2.4 (K3) Apply state transition testing to derive test cases from given requirements
FL-4.2.5 (K2) Explain how to derive test cases from a use case
4.3 Explain White-box Test Techniques
FL-4.3.1 (K2) Explain statement coverage
FL-4.3.2 (K2) Explain decision coverage
FL-4.3.3 (K2) Explain the value of statement and decision coverage
4.4 Explain Experience-based Test Techniques
FL-4.4.1 (K2) Explain error guessing
FL-4.4.2 (K2) Explain exploratory testing
FL-4.4.3 (K2) Explain checklist-based testing
Domain 5: Understanding Test Management (225 minutes)
5.1 Explain Test Organization
FL-5.1.1 (K2) Explain the benefits and drawbacks of independent testing
FL-5.1.2 (K1) Identify the tasks of a test manager and tester
5.2 Explain Test Planning and Estimation
FL-5.2.1 (K2) Summarize the purpose and content of a test plan
FL-5.2.2 (K2) Differentiate between various test strategies
FL-5.2.3 (K2) Give examples of potential entry and exit criteria
FL-5.2.4 (K3) Apply knowledge of prioritization, and technical and logical dependencies, to schedule test execution for a given set of test cases
FL-5.2.5 (K1) Identify factors that influence the effort related to testing
FL-5.2.6 (K2) Explain the difference between two estimation techniques: the metrics-based technique and the expert-based technique
5.3 Explain Test Monitoring and Control
FL-5.3.1 (K1) Recall metrics used for testing
FL-5.3.2 (K2) Summarize the purposes, contents, and audiences for test reports
5.4 Explain Configuration Management
FL-5.4.1 (K2) Summarize how configuration management supports testing
5.5 Explain Risks and Testing
FL-5.5.1 (K1) Define risk level by using likelihood and impact
FL-5.5.2 (K2) Distinguish between project and product risks
FL-5.5.3 (K2) Describe, by using examples, how product risk analysis may influence the thoroughness and scope of testing
5.6 Explain Defect Management
FL-5.6.1 (K3) Write a defect report, covering a defect found during testing
Domain 6: Tool Support for Testing (40 minutes)
6.1 Explain Test tool considerations
FL-6.1.1 (K2) Classify test tools according to their purpose and the test activities they support
FL-6.1.2 (K1) Identify benefits and risks of test automation
FL-6.1.3 (K1) Remember special considerations for test execution and test management tools
6.2 Explain Effective use of tools
FL-6.2.1 (K1) Identify the main principles for selecting a tool
FL-6.2.2 (K1) Recall the objectives for using pilot projects to introduce tools
FL-6.2.3 (K1) Identify the success factors for evaluation, implementation, deployment, and on-going support of test tools in an organization
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Option 2: Online (at a test centre: Pearson Vue). Price: £174 (£145 + VAT)
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