Mainframe computing introduction

This course gives participants without a specific background a general overview of the basic principles and techniques of the IBM mainframe world.

At the end of this course the participant will:

  • be familiar with the basic architectures and technologies of hardware, networks, communication used in a mainframe environment;
  • be familiar with the functions and the types of the IBM mainframe operating systems;
  • understand the different kinds of applications and how they work in a typical mainframe environment;

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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 English, Dutch, or French.

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02 Mar1web based 655 EUR (excl. VAT)
02 Mar1Leuven 655 EUR (excl. VAT)
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Intended for

Future mainframe systems programmers, operators or support professionals, without a specific IT background.

Background

No specific previous knowledge is required.

Main topics

  • Computer technology basics

    computer architecture • binary data • CPU • memory • I/O • IBM mainframe

  • Operating systems:

    functions • OS overview (MVS-z/OS, z/VM, z/Linux)

  • Data communication and networks:

    OSI model • SNA • TCP/IP • Internet

  • Data organisation:

    Dataset types • storage media • database types (Db2, IMS) • data warehouses

  • Applications:

    traditional & object oriented • programming languages (COBOL, PL/1, Java) • runtime environments (CICS, IMS, WebSphere)

  • Management:

    systems management • network management • application management • ITIL

Training method

Besides the theoretical explanations, a lot of time is spent on practical examples.

Certificate

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

Duration

1 day.

Course leader

Kris Van Thillo (ABIS), Peter Vanroose (ABIS).


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