Introduction to WebSphere Application Server on z/OS

AUDIENCE: This course is for z/OS users and IT staff who need to understand the WebSphere Application Server on the z/OS platform.
PREREQUISITES: Delegates should have an understanding of the z/OS operating system. This is best gained from the Verhoefz/OS for Beginnerscourse. An understanding of the Java Programming language would also be useful.
DURATION: 1 day.
OBJECTIVES: This course will show delegates how WebSphere Application Server allows a system running z/OS to act as a Web Server. It identifies the WebSphere Application Server components, discusses their functions and explains the benefits of using z/OS as a web server. The implementation process of WebSphere Application Server is outlined. Aspects of security and operations are also identified.
COURSE CONTENT:
Web Enabling
The concepts
The Java programming language
Java architecture

The creation of e-business
WebSphere Application Server context.

WebSphere Application Server administrative set-up
WAS Administrative model in V6
Using WAS as the company hub.

WebSphere Application Server on z/OS
WAS implementation on z/OS
Using WAS V6 on z/OS efficiently.

WAS as a UNIX System Services application
What is UNIX System Services?