Certification: ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst (CTAL-TTA) 2025
Syllabus Compliance: ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Syllabus v4.0 (2025)
Target Audience:

• Experienced testers, QA engineers, and technical test analysts

• Professionals seeking expertise in advanced technical testing techniques

Exam Details

• Format: 45 multiple-choice questions (120 minutes for ISTQB-accredited exam)

• Passing Score: 65% (26/40 correct answers)

• Prerequisite: ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) certification

• Validity: Lifetime certification

Key Topics Covered (Syllabus v4.0)

1.0 Technical Test Analyst Tasks (25%)

• Role of the Technical Test Analyst in risk-based testing

• Integration with Agile/DevOps pipelines

2.0 Test Techniques (30%)

• Structure-based testing (e.g., MC/DC, data flow testing)

• Analytical techniques (e.g., static analysis, cyclomatic complexity)

• Dynamic analysis (memory leaks, resource utilization)

3.0 Quality Characteristics for Technical Testing (25%)

• Security testing (OWASP Top 10, cryptographic vulnerabilities)

• Performance testing (scalability, endurance, chaos engineering)

• Reliability, maintainability, and portability testing

4.0 Test Tools and Automation (15%)

• Tools for static/dynamic analysis (SonarQube, Valgrind)

• Security testing tools (OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite)

• Test automation frameworks (Selenium, JUnit)

5.0 Industry-Specific Testing (5%)

• Compliance with standards (DO-178C for aerospace, IEC 62304 for medical devices)

• Automotive testing (ISO 26262, CAN bus simulation)

6.0 Emerging Trends (2025 Additions)

• Ethical AI testing (bias detection, model validation)

• DevSecOps integration in CI/CD pipelines

• IoT/edge computing testing strategies

Tools & Technologies Covered

• Static Analysis: SonarQube, Checkmarx

• Security Testing: OWASP ZAP, Nessus

• Performance Testing: JMeter, Gatling

• Automation: Selenium, Postman, Robot Framework

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Sample Question:

A telecom system allows roaming IF (network=partner AND signal≥3) OR (emergency=True). What is the MINIMAL test set for MC/DC?

1. network=partner, signal=4, emergency=T; 

   network=non-partner, signal=1, emergency=F 

   Explanation:
   Redundant cases.

2. network=partner, signal=3, emergency=F; 

   network=non-partner, signal=3, emergency=F 

   Explanation:
   Does not isolate conditions.

3. Correct Answer:

   network=partner, signal=3, emergency=F; 

   network=non-partner, signal=3, emergency=T; 

   network=non-partner, signal=2, emergency=T 

   Explanation:
   Covers all condition pairs.

4. network=partner, signal=2, emergency=F; 

   network=non-partner, signal=4, emergency=T 

   Explanation:
   Tests network and emergency independence.
   Your answer is incorrect.

Overall Explanation:
MC/DC requires each condition to independently affect the outcome. Test pairs: (network=T/signal≥3) and (emergency=T).

Domain:
White-Box Testing.

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Learning Outcomes

1. Design advanced test cases using structure-based and analytical techniques.

2. Evaluate system security through vulnerability scanning and code analysis.

3. Integrate performance testing into DevOps workflows.

4. Apply industry-specific standards (e.g., DO-178C, GDPR) in test planning.

5. Diagnose technical defects in multi-tier architectures (web, mobile, embedded).

Who Should Enroll?

• Technical Test Analysts aiming for ISTQB Advanced certification

• Automation Engineers expanding into security/performance testing

• QA Leads managing compliance-driven projects (e.g., healthcare, automotive)

Alignment with Industry Needs: Prepares candidates for roles in AI-driven testing, cybersecurity validation, and mission-critical systems.

Who this course is for:

• Passed The ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification
• Practical experience in software testing
• A basic understanding of software testing
• An interest in developing their software testing knowledge