z/OS Foundation Fast Track (ZOS, TSO, JCL)

Understand the history and make-up of the IBM System z and z/OS operating system.

Log-on to TSO and control the TSO session.

Navigate the ISPF panels.

Create, edit and view data sets and members within PDS and PDSE libraries.

Perform general utility functions from within ISPF.

View and manage job output using SDSF.

Code JCL to perform general tasks within the z/OS system.

Understand the Job listings and associated messages.

Diagnose and resolve JCL problems.

Analyse Job failures, correct and re-start jobs.

Code JOB, EXEC, and DD statements.

Create data sets of different types.

Improve programmer efficiency and reduce program test time.

Decrease the number of job failures.

This course is designed for anyone requiring a complete Technical Introduction to the z/OS operating system - including TSO/ISPF and JCL.

It provides the perfect starting point for any staff moving into the world of the IBM System z from other technical backgrounds as well as those completely new to IT. Delegates requiring more in-depth training can move on to operator or developer courses but this course is always the best way to start out.

There are no prerequisites for this course.