Description

Course Name: Professional Diploma in Software Testing Fundamentals

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/PD-ITS-STF-055

Eligibility: 10th or equivalent

Language Type: English

Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning

Objective: The Professional Diploma in Software Testing Fundamentals is to develop skilled professionals with practical knowledge of software testing principles, testing methodologies, quality assurance processes, and defect management techniques. The course aims to enable learners to plan, design, execute, and document software tests to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of applications. It prepares students to identify software issues and support the delivery of efficient and high-quality software solutions for businesses and organizations.

Duration: 6 Months / 370 Hours

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your Course you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get Enroll Now tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay Course fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay course fee, you will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card (Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the Digital(PDF) copy of your Diploma & Marksheet will be sent to your registered email ID within 7 days.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Software Testing: Introduction to Software Testing, Importance of Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), Role and Responsibilities of Software Testers, Testing Principles and Objectives, Types of Software Testing, Verification and Validation Concepts, Software Testing Terminology, Career Opportunities in Software Testing.

Module 2: Software Testing Processes and Techniques: Test Planning and Strategy, Test Case Design Techniques, Test Scenario Development, Test Data Preparation, Test Execution Process, Defect Identification and Reporting, Defect Life Cycle Management, Test Documentation, Risk-Based Testing, Software Testing Best Practices.

Module 3: Manual Testing Fundamentals: Introduction to Manual Testing, Functional Testing Concepts, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Acceptance Testing, Regression Testing, Smoke and Sanity Testing, Exploratory Testing, User Acceptance Testing Procedures.

Module 4: Automation Testing Basics: Introduction to Test Automation, Benefits and Challenges of Automation Testing, Automation Testing Tools Overview, Selenium WebDriver Fundamentals, Test Script Development, Test Framework Concepts, Automated Test Execution, API Testing Basics, Performance Testing Introduction, Automation Testing Best Practices.

Module 5: Advanced Testing and Quality Assurance: Database Testing Concepts, Web Application Testing, Mobile Application Testing, Security Testing Fundamentals, Performance and Load Testing, Compatibility Testing, Usability Testing, Continuous Testing Concepts, Agile Testing Methodologies, Quality Assurance Processes.

Module 6: Professional Software Testing Practices and Project Work: Test Management Tools, Bug Tracking Systems, Test Reporting and Metrics, Software Testing Documentation, DevOps and Continuous Integration Testing, Industry Testing Standards, Real-World Testing Case Studies, Test Project Management, Emerging Testing Technologies, Final Software Testing Project.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 120 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 60.
• Number of Questions from each module: 10.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks Above 40%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

How Students will be Graded:
S.No.	Marks	Grade
1	91-100	O (Outstanding)
2	81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3	71-80	A (Very Good)
4	61-70	B (Good)
5	51-60	C (Average)
6	41-50	P (Pass)
7	0-40	F (Fail)

Benefits of the Professional Diploma

1. Globally Recognized Professional Diploma – Earn a professionally designed diploma that enhances your profile and demonstrates industry-relevant knowledge. Widely valued by employers, organizations, and institutions across multiple sectors.

2. Quality Learning with ISO-Certified Standards – Our training programs are developed under ISO-certified quality management practices, ensuring a structured, consistent, and high-quality learning experience.

3. Enhanced Career Opportunities – Strengthen your resume, improve your professional skills, and increase your potential for employment, career advancement, and new job opportunities.

4. Issued by a Non-Profit Skill Development Organization – The diploma is awarded by a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting skill development, vocational education, and lifelong learning.

5. Comprehensive Learning Resources – Access quality study materials, e-books, practice assessments, mock tests, and learner support to help you successfully complete the program.

6. Secure Online Verification – Every diploma and marksheet is issued with a unique Enrolment ID and QR Code, enabling employers, institutions, and other stakeholders to instantly verify the authenticity of your credential online.

7. Lifetime Validity – The Professional Diploma is issued with lifetime validity and does not require periodic renewal, allowing you to showcase your achievement throughout your career.

8. Flexible Self-Paced Learning – Learn anytime and anywhere at your own pace, making it easy to balance your studies with work, business, or personal commitments.

9. Industry-Relevant Curriculum – The curriculum is designed to focus on practical knowledge, current industry trends, and real-world applications to improve workplace readiness.

10. Skill-Based Professional Qualification – Demonstrates your commitment to continuous professional development and validates your practical knowledge and skills in the subject area.