Advanced Software Testing Automation (Level 7)
Computer Science
A course by
AGI
A Level 7 micro-credential designed for ICT professionals and graduates, focused on advanced software testing automation tools and best practices, delivered through workshops and targeted at those seeking roles in automated testing.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Auckland City, Auckland
It will take a total of 8 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Comprehensive understanding of testing automation fundamentals
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of testing automation fundamentals, including benefits, limitations, and available tools and frameworks.
Proficiency with automation tools
Create and execute automated tests for web, mobile, and API applications using tools such as Selenium, Katalon Studio, Postman, and Appium.
Apply industry best practices
Apply best practices for testing automation, including integration with CI/CD pipelines, test maintainability, Agile methodologies, and optimisation for reliable results.
What You're Signing Up For
The Advanced Software Testing Automation (ASTA) micro-credential equips IT professionals and graduates with deep knowledge and hands-on skills in testing automation. Learners will engage in focused workshops covering industry-leading tools and frameworks, understand testing automation fundamentals, and apply best practices in organisational and project contexts, preparing them for advanced roles in software testing automation within the ICT industry.
Course Content
- Basics of testing automation
- Selenium-based testing automation for web applications
- Functional testing automation using Katalon Studio
- Automated integrated testing using Postman
- Mobile testing automation using Appium
- Performance testing automation using JMeter
- Agile testing automation
- Defect management using Jira
What you need to know first
Active involvement in the IT sector OR at least 12 months of recent (within last 3 years) professional IT experience OR a Bachelor or higher IT degree
English proficiency: IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band lower than 5 OR New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5) or equivalent for international students
Laptop meeting: Intel Core i5, 1TB HDD, 8GB RAM (BYOD policy)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Information and Communication Technology
Software Testing
Software Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Testing Automation Professional
Quality Assurance Engineer
Software Tester
ICT Professional