Software Quality Testing and Automation
Program Information
The QA Automation Fast-Track Program (Selenium-Focused) is a beginner-friendly, hands-on training program designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in Software Quality Assurance and Test Automation. Developed with the Canadian job market in mind, this intensive 36-hour program combines manual testing fundamentals with in-demand automation skills using Java and Selenium WebDriver.
This practical, industry-oriented program focuses on real-world testing scenarios, Agile project environments, business requirement analysis, test case development, defect management, and web automation testing. Students will gain hands-on experience working with industry-standard tools and techniques used by organizations across banking, insurance, healthcare, retail, and technology sectors.
A strong emphasis is placed on Selenium automation, allowing students to build practical automation scripts, understand testing frameworks, and develop the foundational skills required for today’s QA and automation roles.
Whether you are a beginner, career changer, recent graduate, or international student, this program provides the practical knowledge, technical skills, and career readiness needed to confidently pursue opportunities in software testing and automation.
Key Learning Outcomes
Understand the Role of a QA Professional
Analyze Business Requirements
Perform Manual Testing Activities
Build Strong Problem-Solving Skills
Develop Automation Testing Skills
Apply Java Programming in Test Automation
Work with Real-World Testing Scenarios
Understand Industry Tools and Agile Practices
Build Confidence for QA Careers
Apply Java Programming in Test Automation
Course Date
| Start Date | Day | Timing | Status | Course Delivery | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 10th, 2026 | TUES, THUR | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Asynchronous Online (Live- Instructor Lead) | Register Now | |
| August 22nd, 2026 | SAT, SUN | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Asynchronous Online (Live- Instructor Lead) | Register Now |
Program Details
- Introduction to Software Quality Assurance (QA)
- Roles and Responsibilities of a QA Professional
- Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
- Agile and Scrum Methodology
Software Quality Assurance Fundamentals
- Business Requirement Documents (BRD)
- Functional Requirement Analysis
- Test Planning Concepts
- Test Scenario Development
- Test Case Writing
Requirements Analysis & Test Design
- Functional Testing
- Smoke Testing
- Sanity Testing
- Regression Testing
- Defect Management and Bug Reporting
Manual Testing & Defect Management
- Java Fundamentals
- Variables and Data Types
- Conditional Statements and Loops
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Concepts
Java for Test Automation
- Introduction to Selenium WebDriver
- Selenium Architecture and Browser Automation
- Web Element Identification (Locators, XPath, CSS Selectors)
- WebDriver Commands and Test Execution
- Forms, Alerts, Frames, and Window Handling
- Synchronization Techniques (Implicit & Explicit Waits)
Selenium WebDriver Automation
- Assertions and Validations
- Introduction to TestNG
- Page Object Model (POM) Concepts
- Basic Automation Framework Design
- Real-Time Automation Scenarios and Best Practices
Automation Framework & Testing Tools
- Resume Building for QA Roles
- Interview Preparation and Mock Questions
- Understanding the Canadian QA Job Market and Industry Expectations
Career Preparation
Who Can Benefit?
This program is designed for:
- Beginners with no prior IT experience
- Recent graduates seeking a career in technology
- International students exploring IT career opportunities
- Career changers transitioning into the technology sector
- Business professionals interested in software quality assurance
- Individuals seeking entry-level roles in software testing
- Professionals wanting to learn Selenium automation
- Students looking for practical, hands-on technical training
- Individuals preparing for QA interviews
- Anyone interested in building a career in software testing and automation
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates may pursue entry-level opportunities such as:
| Role | Average Salary (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Junior QA Tester | $55,000–$70,000* |
| QA Analyst | $60,000–$85,000* |
| Automation Tester | $75,000–$100,000* |
| QA Automation Engineer | $85,000–$120,000+* |
*Source: Salary estimates are based on Canadian labour market data from the Government of Canada Job Bank and industry salary reports.
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