Basic System Programming on IBM Z

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Approx. 18 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course teaches system programming concepts and techniques, including low-level memory management, file systems, and process management.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to write low-level code in C and assembly language
  • Understand the inner workings of file systems and memory management
  • Explore process management and interprocess communication

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Learning Outcomes

  • Write low-level code in C and assembly language
  • Understand the inner workings of file systems and memory management
  • Implement process management and interprocess communication

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Familiarity with C programming language
  • Basic understanding of computer architecture and operating systems

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Assignments and quizzes

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Description

The foundational knowledge for the position of an IBM z/OS System Programmer and System Administrator begins with this third and final course in the three course professional certificate track. This course provides hands-on labs to everyday z/OS tasks with JCL, JES, ISHELL and HFS, and z/OSMF. Topics covered include VSAM, z/OS System Libraries, the Language Environment, Generation Data Groups, RAIM, DB2, UNIX System Services, and USS File System.

Knowledge

  • Explain how to submit and view JCL output
  • Describe the use of applications such as CICS, IMS, and DB2 on z/OS
  • Summarize the application services provided in UNIX
  • Describe the purpose, benefits, and functions provided by z/OSMF

Outline

  • Introduction to JES and JCL
  • System Programming
  • JES and JCL Part 1
  • JES and JCL Part 2
  • How to submit and view JCL output
  • JCL procedures
  • JCL tidbits
  • Download Exercise Guide for this Course
  • Before starting the labs - Checklist
  • System Programmer
  • JES and JCL part 1
  • JES and JCL part 2
  • Submit a job
  • Lab JCL exercises
  • JCL Procedures
  • JCL Tidbits
  • Week 1 graded quiz
  • System Programming Components
  • VSAM
  • z/OS Components
  • z/OS System Libraries
  • Application Infrastructure - part 1
  • Application Infrastructure - part 2
  • Language Environment
  • Generation data groups
  • RAIM
  • Networking
  • Utilities
  • IBM DB2 12 for z/OS Technical Overview
  • z/OS Components
  • z/OS System Libraries
  • Generation Data Groups
  • RAIM
  • Week 2 graded quiz
  • z/OSMF and UNIX System Services
  • Introduction to z/OSMF
  • z/OSMF Exercise Introduction
  • UNIX System Services
  • USS File System
  • ISHELL and hierarchical file system exercise introduction
  • USS processes and permissions
  • Final words
  • IBM z/OS Management Facility V2R3
  • Using z/OSMF
  • ISHELL and hierarchical file system
  • Lab ISHELL and HFS
  • Week 3 graded quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the fundamentals of system programming with this highly-rated course on Coursera. Learners appreciate the comprehensive coverage of important topics and hands-on exercises that help solidify understanding.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Hands-on exercises that help solidify understanding.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Comprehensive coverage of important topics
  • Well-structured and engaging lectures
  • Instructors are knowledgeable and responsive
  • Challenging assignments that push learners to expand their knowledge
  • Excellent preparation for real-world programming tasks

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some assignments can be challenging for beginners
  • Course material can become overwhelming at times
  • Lack of interaction with other learners
  • No certification offered for completing the course
  • Some video lectures are lengthy and can be difficult to follow
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