ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Automation Engineering
The test automation engineering certification is targeted to the test engineer looking to implement or improve on test automation. A test automation engineer needs to be aware of industry programming and documentation standards and best practices to make use of them while developing a test automation solution.
Who is it for?
- Anyone involved in software testing and test automation. Job titles could include:
- Test Analyst
- Test Automation Engineer
- Test Consultant
- Test Architect
- Test Manager
- Software Developer
Entry requirements
- Successful completion of the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation level and a minimum of three years testing experience is recommended.
- Training with a BCS accredited training provider is recommended.
What will I learn?
- Introduction and objectives for test automation
- Preparing for test automation
- Test automation architecture
- Implementing test automation
- Implementing and deployment strategies for test automation
- Test automation reporting and metrics
- Verifying the test automation solution
- Continuous improvement
The syllabus includes training objectives, details of modules and learning hours, plus a recommended reading list:
Download the latest syllabus (PDF)
When you achieve the certificate you can appear on the Successful Candidate Register (SCR).
What format is the exam?
- 90 minutes ‘closed book’
- 40 simple and complex multiple choice questions
- Pass mark is 65% (43/66 marks)
ISTQB® is a Registered Trade Mark of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board.
This qualification is not regulated by the following United Kingdom Regulators - Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA Regulation or SQA.