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Manual Software Testing
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Price
£21.49 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
1.1 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Manual Software Testing is a foundational course in the field of software engineering and IT, designed to equip learners with comprehensive knowledge of software testing techniques without relying on automation tools. This course covers the principles, strategies, and processes involved in manual software testing. Learners will gain insights into test case creation, test plan development, defect tracking, and different levels and types of software testing. Emphasis is placed on understanding the software development life cycle (SDLC) and the software testing life cycle (STLC), enabling participants to identify, report, and verify defects effectively.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding of the software testing lifecycle (STLC) and software development lifecycle (SDLC)

  • Creation and execution of effective test cases and test plans

  • Defect lifecycle and reporting using manual techniques

  • Application of various manual testing levels and types

  • Knowledge of software testing techniques and methodologies within IT and software engineering contexts

Certificates

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

11
sections
15
lectures
1h 4m
total

Course media

Description

This Manual Software Testing course explores core software testing concepts, focusing on the human-driven validation of software applications. Learners are introduced to manual software testing methodologies used throughout the software engineering industry. The course emphasizes various testing levels, such as unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and acceptance testing. It also delves into testing types including black-box testing, white-box testing, and regression testing, all within the manual software testing framework.

The course presents how to write and manage test cases and test scenarios, manage testing documentation, and track bugs using standard industry tools. Software testing plays a critical role in software engineering and IT by ensuring software reliability, functionality, and usability. Through structured modules, the course details the importance of software quality assurance and how manual software testing supports the delivery of error-free software products.

Participants will understand the relevance of manual software testing in agile and traditional development environments and how it aligns with modern software testing standards. The role of test design techniques, exploratory testing, and boundary value analysis will also be explored. By the end of the course, learners will have a complete understanding of the manual software testing cycle, from requirement analysis to test closure.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals entering the IT or software engineering field who seek to understand the fundamentals of software testing. It is particularly beneficial for aspiring software testers, QA analysts, and anyone interested in starting a career in software quality assurance. No prior experience in automation or advanced programming is required, making it suitable for beginners in software testing.

Requirements

The PowerBI course is open to everyone. Anyone with a desire to learn about the subject is welcome to enrol in this course without any reservation.

Career path

Completing this course opens doors to entry-level roles such as Software Tester, QA Analyst, Test Engineer, or Quality Assurance Associate. It also lays the groundwork for future specialization in automated testing or advanced software testing methodologies.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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