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ISQI CTFL_001 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) |
| Exam Number: | CTFL-001 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No expiry (valid indefinitely) |
| Exam Price: | Varies by Member Board / Provider (typically between ~USD 100–250; set by local boards/providers) |
| Available Languages: | Other local translations (varies by Member Board), English |
| Exam Duration: | 60 (or 75 with additional time for non-native language) |
| Passing Score: | 65% (26 out of 40) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice questions |
| Related Certifications: | ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst ISTQB Certified Tester Agile Tester (CTFL-AT) ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Administered through ISTQB Member Boards and accredited exam providers (onsite or online options vary by provider) |
| Pre Condition: | No prerequisites required (Foundation is entry-level; pre-requisite for Advanced ISTQB exams) |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.istqb.org/certifications/certified-tester-foundation-level-ctfl-v4-0/ |
ISQI CTFL_001 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Managing the Test Activities | - Test Planning - Test Monitoring, Control & Completion - Defect Reporting - Risk Management - Configuration Management |
| Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle | - Test Levels & Test Types - Testing in the Context of SDLC - Maintenance Testing |
| Static Testing | - Static Testing Basics - Feedback & Review Process |
| Test Tools | - Types of Test Tools - Benefits & Risks of Test Automation - Tool Support for Testing |
| Fundamentals of Testing | - What is Testing - New Activities, Testware & Test Roles - Essential Skills & Good Practices in Testing - Testing Principles - Why Testing is Necessary |
| Test Analysis and Design | - White-Box Test Techniques - Test Techniques Overview - Collaboration-Based Test Approaches - Black-Box Test Techniques - Experience-Based Test Techniques |
CTFL_001 Exam FAQ: Before You Book Your Seat
ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level is an official International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) exam, listed under exam code CTFL_001. A passing result earns you the ISQI Certifications certification at the Foundation level. It also ties into ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst, ISTQB Advanced Level Technical Test Analyst, ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager, ISTQB Certified Tester Agile Tester (CTFL-AT), extending its value across your certification roadmap. Employers read this credential as verified competence, which is why it keeps appearing in job requirements.
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No prerequisites required (Foundation is entry-level; pre-requisite for Advanced ISTQB exams)
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The ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level syllabus spans 6 domains, led by Fundamentals of Testing, Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, and Static Testing. The complete topic list is published above; candidates who study the map first rarely get lost later.
ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Sample Questions:
Question 1
Component testing may include:
A. The use of stubs and drivers.
B. Beta testing.
C. User acceptance testing.
D. Sociability testing.
Question 2
What if the project isn't big enough to justify extensive testing..?
A. Use automation tool for testing
B. Use risk based analysis to find out which areas need to be tested
C. Both a and b
D. None of the above
Question 3
For which of the following would maintenance testing be used?
A. Planned enhancements to an existing operational system.
B. Integrating functions during the development of a new system.
C. Complaints about system quality during user acceptance testing.
D. Correction of defects during the development phase.
Question 4
Considerable attention will be given in this project to defining exit criteria and on reporting back on their status. Which combination of TWO exit criteria from the list would be best to use? 1 credit
I. Total number of defects found
II. Percentage of test cases executed
III. Total test effort planned versus total actual test effort spent
IV. Defect trend (number of defects found per test run over time
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (ii) and (iv)
C. (i) and (iv)
D. (ii) and (iii)
Question 5
Which THREE activities would be valid steps during the development of the test strategy?2 credits (2 out of 3 correct 1 credit)
A. Assess the testing that needs to be done to minimize the risks
B. Perform a project risk analysis
C. Understand the software development life cycle used by the software house
D. Identify test staff members that will be involved in the system test
E. Define a master test plan template
F. Issue the test strategy document for review
G. Define test career paths
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: B | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: B | Question 5 Answer: A,C,F |
