COBOL programming - part 2

Come complete your knowledge of COBOL in this three-day continuation course at ABIS.

The training COBOL Programming is composed of 2 separate courses: in Part 1 the participant becomes familiar with the basic COBOL programming techniques, in Part 2 the more advanced topics are treated.

At the end of Part 2, the participant:

  • knows the complete COBOL syntax;
  • is able to develop, debug and execute COBOL programs.

This course is also available as a combined course (Parts 1 and 2); see COBOL programming: fundamentals course.

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Delivered as a live, interactive training – available in-person or online, or in a hybrid format. Training can be implemented in Dutch, English, or French.

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Public training calendar

No public sessions are currently scheduled. We will be pleased to set up an on-site course or to schedule an extra public session (in case of a sufficient number of candidates). Interested? Please let us know.

Intended for

Programmers who are already familiar with the basics of the COBOL language and want to deepen this knowledge.

Background

Basic knowledge of the COBOL language is needed; see Part 1 of the COBOL programming training.

If you want to combine both parts, please consider following our five-day COBOL course.

You can test yourself to see if you have enough background by filling out the online selftest "COBOL 1".

Main topics

  • Treatment of files:
    • detailed description of the use of files in COBOL • error handling.
  • Table treatment:
    • single and multiple dimensional arrays • index • SEARCH.
  • External submodules:
    • description of the necessary requirements of main and submodules.
    • static and dynamic linking.
  • Text manipulation:
    • the instructions STRING, UNSTRING, and INSPECT.
  • Advanced topics:
    • intrinsic functions
    • working with copybooks.
    • nesting of programs
    • pointers in COBOL
    • advanced use of files.

Training method

Classroom instruction. 70% of the time is spent on programming practice though guided exercises. Worked out solutions are delivered together with the course material.

Certification

At the end of the session, the participant receives a "Certificate of Completion".

Duration

3 days.

Course leader

Peter Vanroose (ABIS).


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