ITI Software Testing Assistant Syllabus: Course Structure, Semester-Wise Syllabus

Basics of Computers

• Introduction to computers
• Operating systems (Windows / Linux)
• Input/output devices
• Computer architecture
• Types of memory (RAM, ROM, etc.)

Software Development Methodologies

• V-Model
• DevOps
• Waterfall model
• Spiral model
• Agile model

Programming Languages for Testers

• SQL and database testing concepts
• Scripting languages (Bash scripting, VBScript)
• Basics of programming (C / C++, Python, Java)

Introduction to Software Testing

• Types of software testing (manual/automated)
• What is software testing?
• Importance of software testing in the Software Development Life Cycle

Types of Testing

• Usability testing
• Integration testing
• Acceptance testing
• Unit testing
• Regression testing
• System testing
• Performance testing

Introduction to Bug Tracking and Reporting

• How to report bugs
• Defect severity and priority
• Understanding bug lifecycle

Test Case Writing and Test Management Tools

• Introduction to tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, etc.
• How to write effective test cases
• Test case management

Software Testing Life Cycle

• Test execution
• Test analysis and design
• Test environment setup
• Planning and Control
• Test closure activities
• Test case development

Software Quality Assurance

• Role of QA in SDLC
• Difference between QA and testing
• Quality standards and models (ISO, CMMI, Six Sigma)

Performance Testing

• Introduction to performance testing
• Tools used for performance testing (JMeter, LoadRunner)
• Load testing vs stress testing

API Testing

• What is an API
• Tools for API testing (Postman, SOAPUI)
• Testing REST APIs
• Writing and executing API tests

Database Testing

• Introduction to database testing
• Understanding of backend testing
• Validating data in databases
• SQL queries for testers

Test Management and Reporting

• Test Management and Reporting
• Metrics for testing (test coverage, defect density, etc.)
• Generating test reports
• Importance of proper documentation

Selenium Testing Tool

• Writing and executing test scripts
• WebDriver interface
• Automating web applications
• Introduction to Selenium
• Locators (XPath, CSS Selectors)

Security Testing

• Introduction to security testing
• Web application security testing
• Testing for vulnerabilities (SQL injection, XSS, etc.)

Agile and Scrum Methodologies

• Introduction to Agile methodology
• Agile testing principles
• Scrum framework
• Role of the tester in Agile

Automation Testing

• Automation tools (Selenium, QTP, LoadRunner)
• Introduction to automation testing
• Writing automation scripts
• Benefits and limitations of automation

Mobile Testing

• Basics of mobile applications and platforms (Android/iOS)
• Tools used for mobile testing (Appium)
• Mobile testing strategies

Professional Skill (Trade Practical)

1200

Professional Knowledge (Trade Theory)

240

Employability Skills

160

Total

1600

60% to 75%

• The candidate's work has shown that with the help of occasional guidance and careful consideration for safety procedures and practices, they can achieve an acceptable standard of craftsmanship for performance in this grade.
• Displaying proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• 60–70% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A respectable degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• Occasional assistance in finishing the task or project.

75% to 90%

• For this grade, the candidate has demonstrated the ability to follow safety protocols and practices with minimal guidance while producing work that reaches a reasonable level of craftsmanship.
• Good proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• 70–80% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A good degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• Little assistance in finishing the task or project.

Above 90%

• With this grade, the candidate has demonstrated the ability to produce work that meets a high standard of craftsmanship and complies with safety regulations and practices with little to no supervision.
• High level of proficiency with hand tools, machine tools, and workshop equipment.
• More than 80% accuracy was attained while performing tasks other than those required by the component or job.
• A high degree of uniformity and neatness in the final product.
• No or minimal assistance in finishing the task or project.