Module 9 is now available in the MoT Software Testing Essentials Certificate! This module focuses on developing the skills needed to generate and structure test ideas effectively. You’ll explore how test design shapes test coverage and contributes to valuable testing. By the end, you’ll be able to apply test design techniques, use heuristics to refine test ideas, and adapt your test design to changing requirements.
What’s in Module 9?
Lesson 1: What is Test Design?
With Callum Akehurst-Ryan and Cassandra HL
Callum and Cassandra discuss how test design is the foundation of structured testing. From test plans to exploratory testing charters, they highlight how thoughtful test design helps testers focus on uncovering useful information.
Lesson 2: The Testing Catalogue
By Hanisha Arora
This lesson explores different types of testing, grouped by how and when they are used. Understanding these types will help you make informed choices about which to apply in different situations.
Lesson 3: A Toolkit of Test Design Techniques
By Rahul Parwal
Rahul introduces key test design techniques, such as boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning, and decision tables. You’ll see how structured approaches improve test coverage and efficiency.
Lesson 4: How Heuristics Influence Your Test Design
With Marie Cruz
Marie demonstrates how heuristics—CRUD, Goldilocks, Constraint, and Accessibility —help testers generate and refine test ideas. You’ll apply these heuristics to evaluate and improve poorly designed test cases and create structured test cases for a system of your choice.
Lesson 5: Adaptable Test Design
By Ady Stokes
This lesson explores how test design adapts to changing requirements and unexpected scenarios. You’ll see how adaptable test design supports decision-making and flexibility in testing.
