IBM 000-646 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Rational Manual Tester |
| Exam Number: | 000-646 (replaced by C2140-646, retired) |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Certifications II |
| Exam Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Passing Score: | 60% |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime (no expiration, IBM policy) |
| Exam Price: | Not officially published; approx $100–$150 USD (historical estimate) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 50 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | IBM Rational Manual Tester Education |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE IBM Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | IBM 000-646 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Proctored at authorized Pearson VUE testing centers (historical delivery) |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended experience with software testing and IBM Rational products |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/certify |
IBM 000-646 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Creating and Managing Test Projects | 25% | - Organizing test suites and folders - Project creation and structure - Import/export test assets |
| Topic 2: Integration and Advanced Usage | 10% | - Best practices for manual testing - Integration with other Rational tools |
| Topic 3: Installation and Configuration | 20% | - System requirements and setup - Environment configuration and preferences - Installation steps and license configuration |
| Topic 4: Designing Manual Test Scripts | 30% | - Adding verification points and data - Defining test steps and expected results - Script reuse and parameterization - Customization with Java/extensions |
| Topic 5: Executing and Reporting Tests | 15% | - Logging results and defects - Generating test reports - Running manual test sessions |
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