BCS MTP Level 1 (Technical Support & Operations) Examination

Level 1: BCS MTP Technician (Technical Support & Operations)

Below are details of the skills that must be demonstrated in the examination in order to succeed at this level, and the prerequisite education and/or experience expected.

Examination

In order to qualify as a Level 1 BCS Mainframe Technology Professional (Technical Support & Operations) the candidate will sit a formal examination, in invigilated test conditions. The examination is designed to assess candidates' knowledge and grounding in the mainframe environment at foundation level, testing the knowledge and skills essential for personnel to be able to make a productive contribution in the workplace. This level is a general mainframe qualification, which will be equally appropriate for most mainframe technical teams. A maximum of three optional topics may be taken in one exam.

The disciplines and knowledge tested will comprise:

• IBM mainframe computing
• z/OS concepts
• Job Control Language (JCL)
• TSO/ISPF
• Basic z/OS security using RACF (optional)
• REXX - practical expertise (optional)
• VSAM (optional)
• basic job scheduling skills (TWS, CA-7 or CONTROL-M) (optional).

A maximum of three optional modules may be attempted. It is recommended that operations personnel attempt the appropriate job scheduling module.