Test module

A test module for comparative testing of an electronic component comprising:

• at least one test input and output interface coupled with the electronic component;
• a simulation module that simulates the functions of the electronic component, said simulation module is coupled to the test input and output interface, and wherein the electronic component and the simulation module are functionally coupled to one another through the test module;
• an external module coupled to the test input and output interface;
• a comparator for comparing output signals from the electronic component and from the simulation module;
• and
• a memory log coupled to the comparator, the memory log storing the results of the comparisons from the comparator and wherein the external module sends input signals to the electronic component based on previous output signals from the electronic component.

A method for testing an electronic component comprising:

• providing a simulation module that simulates the functions of the electronic component using a software program;
• coupling equivalent input interfaces of the electronic component and of the simulation module with one another;
• providing signals to the electronic component and to the simulation module from an external module interacting with the electronic component by sending input signals to the electronic component based on previously received output signals from the electronic component;
• comparing output signals from the electronic component and from the simulation module;
• and
• storing the comparison results in a memory log.