ICTSAS523 — Perform stress and load tests on integrated platforms

Elements & performance criteria

Performance evidence

• On two occasions on different systems:
• Create a test plan including scope, objectives, specific automated tests to place high load on system and expected results and performance impacts
• Undertake and analyse tests that include analysis of the system’s ability to cope with expected high levels of data volume against standards
• Develop documentation related to stress and load testing including third party responsibilities, processes or steps, test sequencing, and standards for acceptance
• Identify the high data limits expected by the organisation and reflect in test plan and testing
• Analyse test results to determine whether system and the individual components operate in the manner expected under expected conditions
• Identify, diagnose, and rectify faults identified during testing
• Document the test results and corrective action taken according to project standards and organisational requirements

Knowledge evidence

• Key features and processes of automated test tools
• Third party software and resource options relevant to stress and load testing
• Program design and performance characteristics
• Key features and processes of testing techniques
• System load and level of activity monitoring methods
• Tests for system and system technology components
• Typical fault prioritisation
• Third party supplier communication and relationship management
• Organisational documentation procedures

Foundation skills

• Reading: Interprets and analyses a range of textual information and numeric data from a range of technical sources to determine necessary actions
• Writing: Develops technical and procedural documentation using clear and precise language and numerical data to convey test outcomes, requirements and recommendations
• Oral Communication: Uses clear and precise language to convey and present complex technical information to a range of personnel Uses questioning and listening techniques to confirm understanding, gain consensus on concepts and clarify responsibilities
• Numeracy: Uses mathematical equations to calculate numerical data and compare test outcomes
• Interact with others: Identifies and uses appropriate conventions and protocols when communicating with colleagues and others
• Get the work done: Develops plans to manage relatively complex routine and non-routine tasks with an awareness of how they might contribute to broader strategy and goals Uses problem solving techniques to analyse required outcomes to perform stress and load tests Uses digital technologies to manage information and communications technology operations

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