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This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for test

1.1 Prepare test environment

1.2 Determine software life cycle

1.3 Define test plan and appropriate test tools

1.4 Recognise and separate the system into runnable modules that mirror live scenarios

1.5 Gather and prepare logs and result sheets

1.6 Notify operations of scheduled test to ensure preparedness and understanding of implications for operations

1.7 Test scripts for online test or test run for batch test

1.8 Conduct walk-through to review expected results against acceptance criteria and system requirements documentation

2. Conduct test

2.1 Run test scripts and document results according to test and acceptance processes

2.2 Perform required quality benchmarks or comparisons for acceptance testing

2.3 Adopt organisation and industry standards

2.4 Compare actual results to expected results on completion of each system unit, and complete result sheets

3. Analyse and classify results

3.1 Summarise and classify results, highlighting critical or urgent areas of concern, and prepare report

3.2 Compare results against requirements

3.3 Notify operations of test completion

3.4 Log attendees’ details or comments and gain required signatures

3.5 Schedule feedback meeting to discuss report and possible next actions with stakeholders, if necessary

3.6 Ensure test reporting complies with documentation and reporting standards

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.2, 1.8, 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 3.2

• Interprets and analyses a range of textual information and numerical data to determine necessary actions

Writing

1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4, 3.6

• Uses clear language to record and report technical information, and checks for accuracy at all times
• Uses writing style and documentation formats appropriate to the task

Oral Communication

1.6, 3.3, 3.5

• Uses clear and accurate language to provide and obtain information relevant to the task

Numeracy

1.5, 1.8, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1

• Uses mathematical equations to calculate financial and technical data
• Accurately records, analyses and documents numerical and technical system data

Navigate the world of work

2.3, 3.6

• Takes full responsibility for following policies, procedures and legislative requirements, and identifies organisational implications of new legislation or regulation

Interact with others

1.6, 3.3, 3.5

• Influences and fosters a collaborative culture and facilitates a sense of commitment and workplace cohesion
• Uses a variety of relevant communication tools and strategies to build and maintain effective working relationships

Get the work done

1.1, 1.3-1.5, 1.7, 1.8, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.5

• Plans strategic priorities and outcomes within a flexible, efficient and effective context in a diverse environment exposed to competing demands
• Gathers and analyses data and seeks feedback to improve plans and processes
• Applies systematic and analytical decision making processes for complex and non-routine situations
• Addresses complex problems involving multiple variables, using formal analytical, lateral thinking techniques, experience and knowledge to focus in on the root cause

Code and title 

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTSAS503 Perform systems tests

ICASAS503A Perform systems tests

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.