MoT Foundation Certificate in Test Automation
What is the MoT Foundation Certificate in Test Automation?
This Foundation Certificate in Test Automation (MoT-FCTA) certification course is tailored for individuals who aspire to initiate their journey into the world of test automation. Designed by Ministry of Testing, this course provides comprehensive knowledge and real-world experience in core test automation concepts.
Our meticulously crafted curriculum ensures you develop a solid foundation and a pragmatic grasp of essential software test automation practices to land and perform your first Test Automation Engineer role successfully.
Prerequisites
You'll need experience in Software Testing in a professional environment and have worked in a software development team. Basic coding knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential as you will be guided through building automation in code. Notably, coding basics are not covered in these courses, but many free resources are available online.
IDE and framework used
Notably, the practices and approaches covered in the certifications apply to any set-up or tools. Good automation comes from applying these practices to the tools that work best in a specific context. However, the IDEs and frameworks used are as follows:
- Java: IDE is IntelliJ. Frameworks are JUnit, RestAssured and Selenium-WebDriver.
- CSharp: IDE is Visual Studio Code. Frameworks are NUnit, RestAssured and Selenium-WebDriver.
- JavaScript: IDE is Visual Studio Code. Frameworks are Jest, React-Testing-Library and WebDriverIO
Course Contents
- Understand What Test Automation Means: Gain insights into what automation means in context to software testing, how it helps and what traps to avoid.
- Evaluate Tool Options: Learn to identify, analyse, and make informed decisions when choosing automated tools within a specific context. Covering:
- Identifying Requirements for Your Tools
- Researching Tools
- Carrying Out TImebox Sessions With Tools
- Evaluating Tools After Using Them
- Sharing Learnings and Recommendations With Others
- Create a Minimum Viable Automated Feedback Loop: Develop the skills to create initial automated checks that demonstrate the value of automation and outline future tasks. Covering:
- Version Controlling Frameworks
- Setting Up a Framework
- Creating an Initial Automated Check
- Integrating a Framework into a Pipeline
- Getting Feedback From a Build Pipeline
- Creating Documentation for a Framework
- Sharing Your Framework With Others
- Investigate Failed Automated Checks: React to failed automated checks, identify issues, and execute actions to resolve them effectively. Covering:
- Gathering and Analysing Failures
- Diagnosing Failures in Checks
- Implementing Solutions for Failed Checks
- Exploring Around a Failed Check
- Communicating Failures
- Develop or Adopt Testing Tools: Analyse the execution environment for automated checks, identify requirements, and set up automation execution runs. Covering:
- How To Become Tool Aware
- Testing a Tool Out in a Live Exercise
- Evaluating a Tool's Usefulness
- Getting Buy-in on New Tools
- Maintain Testing Tools: Support and enhance the tooling that facilitates testing activities, extending beyond automated checking. Covering:
- Evaluating a Testing Tool's Value
- Expanding a Tool's Features
- Updating testing Tools
- Maintaining Documentation for Tools
Why choose MoT Certifications?
- Proven Legacy: Ministry of Testing has been a trusted partner in the software industry since 2007.
- Community-Powered: Our course curriculums are driven by the testing community, ensuring their relevance and quality.
- Industry Expertise: The Test Automation curriculum is co-created with input from over 150 Test Automation Professionals.
- Engaging Learning: Experience engaging and interactive courses.
- Flexible Learning: Learn at your own pace with our online, self-paced courses.
- Community Support: Join a supportive community for all your questions and concerns.
- Transparent Pricing: Enjoy an all-inclusive price with no hidden fees.
- Career Boost: Our credible certification can elevate your career in test automation.
Mark Winteringham
Tester, Toolsmith, Author and Instructor
Frequently Asked Questions
MoT Course Certificates are created by Ministry of Testing following deep research alongside the software testing community. Our goal is to create education that is accessible, integral, and impactful, where each individual has the knowledge and skills to succeed in their career.
All our courses aim to cover relevant topics in depth and are delivered in various digital media options. MoT Course Certificates are delivered self-paced and on-demand. Completion of courses and associated tests leads to MoT accreditation with a Certificate.
Yes. All the content and activities are to be completed online. Everything is available on-demand and can be completed at your own pace.
Each individual MoT Certification describes the level of knowledge, experience or pre-requisites required.
There are early access discounts available for pre-released or modularly-released certifications. Professional members are entitled to MoT Certification course discounts. The discount will vary depending on the certification course chosen. Notably, all certifications are included as part of Unlimited membership.
Refunds are not available on MoT Certifications.
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Certification Details
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BeginnerLevel
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6Modules
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18h 11mDuration
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Online, self-pacedStudy Method:
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MoT CertificateCompletion Award:
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Jan 2024Release:
