Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Automation Engineering (CTAL-TAE) v2.0

Overview

The Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Automation Engineering (CTAL-TAE) qualification is aimed at anyone involved in software testing and test automation. This includes people in roles such as testers, test analysts, test automation engineers, test consultants, test architects, test managers, and software developers. This qualification is also appropriate for anyone who wants a basic understanding of test automation, such as project managers, quality managers, software development managers, business analysts, IT directors and management consultants.

Advanced
Test Automation
Contents
Business Outcomes
  • Describe the purpose of test automation.
  • Understand test automation through the software development lifecycle.
  • Understand the Configuration of an Infrastructure to Enable Test Automation.
  • Learn the evaluation process for selecting the right tools and strategies.
  • Understand design concepts for building modular and scalable test automation solutions.
  • Select an approach, including a pilot, to plan test automation deployment within the software development lifecycle.
  • Design and develop (new or modified) test automation solutions that meet technical needs.
  • Consider scope and approach of test automation and maintenance of testware.
  • Understand how automated tests integrate within CI/CD pipelines.
  • Understand how to collect, analyze, and report on test automation data in order to inform stakeholders.
  • Verify the test automation infrastructure.
  • Define continuous improvement opportunities for test automation.
Audience

The Test Automation Engineering syllabus is targeted to the test engineer looking to implement or improve on test automation. It defines methods and practices that can support a sustainable solution.

Other guidelines and reference models relating to test automation solutions are software engineering standards for the selected software development lifecycles, programming technologies, and formatting standards. This syllabus does not teach software engineering. However, a test automation engineer is expected to have skills, experience, and expertise in software engineering.

Furthermore, 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. These practices can increase maintainability, reliability, and security of the test automation solution. Such standards are typically based on quality characteristics.

To gain this certification, candidates must hold the Certified Tester Foundation Level v4.0 or previous versions of the Foundation Level certificate and have sufficient practical experience. Please check Eligibility section for details.

Eligibility
  • Candidates must hold the Certified Tester Foundation Level in version v4.0 (preferred) or a previous version(Mandatory)
  • Min 2 Years working experience(Mandatory)
Exam Structure
KeyValue

No. of Questions:

40

Total Points

66

Passing Score:

43

Exam Length (mins):

90 (+25% Non-Native Language)

Prerequisites

CTFL

More Info

Training is available from Accredited Training Providers (classroom, virtual, and e-learning). We highly recommend attending accredited training as it ensures that an ISTQB® Member Board has assessed the materials for relevance and consistency against the syllabus.

Self-study, using the syllabus and recommended reading material, is also an option when preparing for the exam.

Holders of this certification may choose to proceed to other Core, Agile, or Specialist stream certifications.

FAQs

The "ISTQB Certified Tester" is an international qualification scheme offered by the ISTQB. The qualifications in this scheme are based on a syllabus, and candidates need to pass an examination covering the contents of the syllabus to receive the "ISTQB Certified Tester" certificate.

Training is not a prerequisite for appearing in ISTQB certification examinations. However, training from an ISTQB-accredited training provider can help in systematic coverage of the ISTQB syllabus and better preparation for the examination.

The process to become an ISTQB-accredited training provider involves submitting an application and training materials to the Indian Testing Board (ITB) for review and approval. The ITB will evaluate the application and materials to ensure they meet the accreditation guidelines and standards.

Companies can become ISTQB affiliates by applying to the ITB. Affiliate companies can enjoy benefits such as discounts on examination fees, the ability to conduct certification exams on their premises, and participation in national and international ISTQB conferences and events.

The list of ISTQB-accredited training providers in India is available on the "[Training Providers](https://itb.istqb.in/training-providers)" page of the ISTQB website.

You can find the contact information for the Indian Testing Board (ITB) on the ISTQB website. For any queries, please contact us at info@istqb.in

The Indian Testing Board (ITB) is the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) approved national board for India. ITB is responsible for the "ISTQB Certified Tester" certification program, the affiliation program for companies, and the accreditation program for training providers in India.

For the latest ISTQB CTFL exam fee in India, please contact the Indian Testing Board (ITB) directly. They can provide the current pricing.

ISTQB certificates do not expire and are valid for a lifetime.

ISTQB is the International Software Testing Qualifications Board, which defines the global certification standards. ITB (Indian Testing Board) is the official ISTQB member board for India, responsible for administering ISTQB certification exams and related activities in the country.

Yes. Candidates who do not pass an ISTQB certification exam can retake the exam. To retake the exam, candidates need to register again and pay the applicable examination fee. The retake is subject to the policies and rules.

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