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Fundamentals of Software Safety Testing Training by Tonex

Fundamentals of Software Safety Testing offered by Tonex equips professionals in the software industry with the essential knowledge and skills to ensure the safety and reliability of software systems. Participants will delve into the core principles, methodologies, and best practices of software safety testing, gaining the expertise required to identify, assess, and mitigate potential software hazards. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical exercises, this course empowers attendees to contribute significantly to the development of safer software products.

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Learn the fundamental concepts of software safety testing and its importance in the software development lifecycle.
  • Identify and analyze potential safety hazards and risks in software systems.
  • Apply industry-standard methodologies for conducting effective software safety testing.
  • Develop test plans, procedures, and test cases tailored to assess software safety.
  • Employ the latest tools and techniques for software safety testing.
  • Interpret and communicate test results to support informed decision-making in software development.

Audience: This course is designed for professionals across various roles within the software industry, including but not limited to:

  • Software Testers
  • Quality Assurance Engineers
  • Software Developers
  • Project Managers
  • Systems Engineers
  • Safety Engineers
  • Compliance Officers

Course Outline:

Introduction to Software Safety Testing

  • Understanding Software Safety
  • Importance of Software Safety Testing
  • Regulatory and Compliance Requirements
  • Software Safety Standards and Guidelines
  • Safety Testing Terminology
  • Case Studies in Software Safety Failures

Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment

  • Hazard Identification Techniques
  • Risk Assessment Methods
  • Severity, Probability, and Mitigation
  • Risk Matrices and Risk Assessment Tools
  • Safety Integrity Levels (SIL)
  • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Software Safety Testing Methodologies

  • V-Model and Software Safety
  • Safety-Critical Software Development Lifecycle
  • Model-Based Testing
  • Code Review and Analysis
  • Static vs. Dynamic Analysis
  • Fault Injection Testing

Test Planning for Software Safety

  • Developing a Software Safety Test Plan
  • Test Objectives and Scope
  • Test Strategy and Approach
  • Resource Allocation and Schedule
  • Test Documentation and Traceability
  • Test Environment Setup

Test Case Design and Execution

  • Identifying Test Scenarios
  • Writing Effective Test Cases
  • Test Data Preparation
  • Test Execution and Reporting
  • Regression Testing
  • Test Automation for Safety

Safety Testing Tools and Techniques

  • Overview of Safety Testing Tools
  • Code Analysis Tools
  • Static and Dynamic Analysis Tools
  • Fault Injection Tools
  • Test Management and Reporting Tools
  • Continuous Integration and Safety

By the end of this course, participants will be well-equipped to contribute to the development of safer software systems, comply with industry standards, and mitigate potential safety risks effectively.

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