Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years (1.8.2018-31.7.2020), which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
You know and can define the essential concepts of testing and software quality. You understand the objectives of software testing and the significance of testing and quality assurance as part of software engineering. You know different ways of organizing testing, common testing techniques as well as other quality practices. You can select and apply appropriate quality practices in different situations and understand the strengths and weaknesses of the practices. You understand the purposes that testing tools and test automation can be used and the typical challenges of test automation.
Credits: 5
Schedule: 08.09.2020 - 24.11.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Fabian Fagerholm
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Fabian Fagerholm
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Basics of software testing, concepts, testing techniques and reviews. Test planning, management and tools. The role of testing in quality assurance and quality assurance as part of software process.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Lectures, assignments, exercise work and possibly exam.
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Lectures 26 h, group work 52 h, individual work 39 h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Delivered to the students when the course begins.
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
CS-C3150 / CSE-C3610 Software Engineering (mandatory), CS-C3600 / CSE-C3600 Software Design and Modelling (recommended).
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
12 Responsible Production and Consumption
FURTHER INFORMATION
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