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In today's rapidly evolving IT landscape, expertise in both software and hardware is crucial for maintaining seamless operations. The one-year Software and Information Systems Testing postgraduate program equips you with comprehensive knowledge of testing frameworks and methodologies relevant to IT and software development. You'll master hardware and software fundamentals, quality assurance processes, and practical applications of project management and business analysis techniques.
This Ontario College Graduate Certificate program develops specialized skills for high-demand roles like Business Systems Testing Analyst, Systems Design Verification Technologist, and Application Integration Specialist, preparing you for careers in IT quality assurance and control.
Acquire versatile, sought-after skills that complement any of Fanshawe's other IT programs
Develop expertise in creating external test scripts and various user-focused evaluation techniques, from defect testing to comprehensive reporting
Obtain hands-on training in project leadership, management, and security testing through classroom instruction and cooperative work placements with local industry partners
Explore comprehensive testing approaches for both hardware and software to guarantee final products meet client requirements
The program includes an optional cooperative education component, allowing students to gain valuable real-world experience. Many Software and Information Systems Testing (Co-op) students have launched successful careers through these industry placements before graduation.
A Two- or Three-Year College Diploma, or a Degree in Business or Information Technology
OR
Acceptable combination of related work experience and post-secondary education as judged by the College to be equivalent to the above
TOEFL iBT: 88
IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5 with no score less than 6.0 in any of the four bands
CAEL: Overall score of 70 with no score less than 60 in any of the four bands
PTE Academic: 59
Cambridge English: Overall score of 176 with no language skill less than 169
ESL4/GAP5: Minimum grade of 80% in Level 9, 75% in Level 10
Duolingo: Overall score of 120, with no score lower than 105