Certificate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (Software)

Description

Course Name: Certificate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (Software)
Course Id: CIQCQAS/Q0101.

Eligibility: Graduation or equivalent is required.

Objective: The Certificate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (Software) course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of software quality principles, testing techniques, and process improvement methods. The course aims to build expertise in evaluating software performance, functionality, and reliability to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.

Duration: Three Months.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Software Quality Assurance and Control
Introduction to software QA and QC, Difference between QA and QC in software, Importance of quality in software development, Principles of software engineering and quality, Overview of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software quality attributes (reliability, usability, maintainability), QA roles and responsibilities, Overview of standards (ISO 9126, IEEE, ISO 9001), Risk management in software QA, Cost of quality and defect prevention.

Module 2: Software Testing Basics
Types of software testing (manual and automated), Functional vs non-functional testing, White-box and black-box testing techniques, Unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing, Regression, smoke, and sanity testing, Exploratory and ad-hoc testing, Writing effective test cases and scenarios, Test planning and execution strategies, Defect life cycle and severity levels, Test environment setup.

Module 3: Test Management and Documentation
Test plan creation and review, Test case design techniques (equivalence partitioning, boundary value), Test data preparation and management, Test execution and result analysis, Defect reporting and bug tracking tools (JIRA, Bugzilla), Requirements traceability matrix (RTM), Software configuration management (SCM), Metrics and measurement in testing, Preparing daily and final test reports, Entry and exit criteria in testing lifecycle.

Module 4: Automation Testing and Tools
Introduction to automation testing, Advantages and limitations of automation, Selenium WebDriver and scripting basics, Automation frameworks (data-driven, hybrid, keyword-driven), Overview of tools: TestNG, JUnit, Appium, LoadRunner, CI/CD pipeline integration (Jenkins), Test automation lifecycle, Scripting best practices and version control (Git), Selecting the right tool for your project, Debugging and maintaining test scripts.

Module 5: Software Quality Models and Standards
Understanding ISO, CMMI, and Six Sigma in software quality, Capability Maturity Model (CMM) levels, Quality audits and process compliance, Software process improvement initiatives, Agile and DevOps quality practices, Total Quality Management (TQM) in software, Internal and external quality reviews, Documentation control and standard operating procedures (SOPs), Continuous integration and continuous testing (CI/CT), Product vs process quality control.

Module 6: Real-world QA Applications and Career Skills
Agile testing practices and scrum QA role, Testing in mobile, web, and cloud environments, Performance and load testing basics, Security and penetration testing overview, Case studies from software QA projects, Communication and teamwork in QA roles, Writing resumes and preparing for QA interviews, Career opportunities in software QA/QC, Freelancing in QA and consultancy options, Latest trends: AI in testing, shift-left testing, QAOps.

🖥️ Certificate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (Software)

This certificate program is designed to train individuals in software testing techniques, defect tracking, automation tools, software process quality, documentation, and compliance with industry standards like ISO, CMMI, and Agile methodologies. It prepares candidates for roles in software development, application support, and product testing.

🎯 Career Opportunities in Software QA/QC

1. Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Analyst

• Role: Design test plans, perform functional testing, identify bugs, and ensure software meets quality standards.

• Tools: JIRA, Bugzilla, TestLink

• Salary: ₹3 – ₹6 LPA (Entry level), ₹7 – ₹10+ LPA (Experienced)

2. Manual Software Tester

• Role: Perform test execution manually, verify features, and document results.

• Industries: Startups, SaaS platforms, IT services

• Salary: ₹2.5 – ₹5.5 LPA

3. Automation Test Engineer

• Role: Create scripts to automate testing processes using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Appium.

• Industries: Banking, E-commerce, FinTech, Product companies

• Salary: ₹4 – ₹8.5 LPA

4. Software Test Engineer (QA)

• Role: Conduct integration testing, regression testing, and performance testing.

• Tools: Postman, JMeter, LoadRunner

• Salary: ₹3.5 – ₹7 LPA

5. Quality Control (QC) Coordinator – Software Projects

• Role: Review code quality, maintain quality benchmarks, and track defect cycles.

• Industries: Software Development, DevOps, Agile Teams

• Salary: ₹3 – ₹6.5 LPA

6. QA Automation Framework Developer

• Role: Develop custom automation frameworks for test execution and reporting.

• Tools: Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, PyTest

• Salary: ₹5 – ₹9 LPA

7. Release and Quality Documentation Specialist

• Role: Manage QA documentation, release notes, audit trails, and user acceptance sign-offs.

• Salary: ₹2.5 – ₹5 LPA

🏢 Top Hiring Sectors

• Software Development Firms

• Product-Based Tech Companies

• SaaS Startups

• E-Commerce Companies

• FinTech & EdTech Platforms

• Enterprise IT Support Services

• Gaming and App Development Firms

📈 Career Progression