ADTS2310 Software Testing Course description

This course will give students an understanding of the theories and techniques required for efficient testing of IT systems.

Upon successful completion of the course, the student:

Knowledge

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should have:

• advanced knowledge in dynamic modeling for industrial applications
• knowledge on how to evaluate suitability of different model structures and choose appropriate model for chosen industrial application
• knowledge in state estimation techniques for linear systems
• advanced knowledge in control strategy development
• knowledge on how to evaluate different model-based control algorithms for multivariate systems
• knowledge on how to select and argue for suitable combination of model-based control algorithms for a chosen industrial application.

Skills

Upon successful completion of the course, the student can:

• apply systematic approach to develop nonlinear and linear dynamic models for chosen industrial application.
• apply data-driven modelling methods to obtain dynamic models for a chosen industrial application.
• implement, test, compare and validate nonlinear and linear dynamic models in simulation environment.
• implement, test and validate linear techniques for state estimation in simulation environment
• implement, test, compare and validate model-based control algorithms for multivariate systems in simulation environment.

General competence

Upon successful completion of the course, the student can:

• develop, implement, test and validate control strategies for multivariate system using different model-based control and estimation methods.

No requirements over and above the admission requirements.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge

The student:

• is aware of the importance of evaluating and testing IT systems
• is capable of explaining different techniques and using systems for the evaluation and testing of IT systems
• understands how evaluation and testing relate to other activities in the development process

Skills

The student:

• is familiar with and uses techniques to evaluate and test IT systems
• is capable of preparing evaluation and test reports

General competence

The student:

• is familiar with techniques and theories that promote good quality in IT systems
• is aware of the importance of testing IT systems

Lectures and practical exercises. In the practical exercise sessions, the students will work on assignments, both individually and in groups (2-4 students), under supervision.

Project assignment (approx. 20 pages + attachments) in group (2-4 students). Must be passed to take the exam.

Examination form:

Individual written exam under supervision of 3 hours.

Exams can be appealed.

None

No formal requirements over and above the admission requirements.

One internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.