IBM z/OS Mainframe Training
Introduction to IBM z/OS
Gain an overview of IBM z/OS, the operating system for IBM mainframes designed for high-performance computing. Learn about its core features, architecture, and how it supports critical business applications.
Getting Started with IBM z/OS
Learn how to install and configure IBM z/OS. Understand the setup process, initial configuration tasks, and how to navigate and manage the z/OS environment.
System Initialization and Configuration
Explore the system initialization and configuration processes in IBM z/OS. Learn about configuration files, system startup procedures, and how to manage system resources effectively.
Job and Task Management
Discover how to manage jobs and tasks in IBM z/OS. Learn about job control language (JCL), job submission, monitoring, and handling job output.
Data Management and Storage
Understand data management and storage solutions in IBM z/OS. Learn about datasets, disk storage, and tape management, and how to efficiently handle and organize large volumes of data.
Security and Access Control
Explore the security and access control features of IBM z/OS. Learn about user management, access permissions, and how to secure the mainframe environment against unauthorized access.
Performance Tuning and Optimization
Learn techniques for performance tuning and optimization in IBM z/OS. Understand how to monitor system performance, manage workloads, and enhance overall system efficiency.
Backup and Recovery
Discover best practices for backup and recovery in IBM z/OS. Learn about backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and how to ensure data integrity and availability.
Advanced Features and Best Practices
Explore advanced features and best practices for managing IBM z/OS. Learn about system enhancements, advanced configuration options, and strategies for maintaining a robust mainframe environment.
Hands-On Labs and Projects
Engage in hands-on labs and projects to apply your knowledge of IBM z/OS. Work on real-world scenarios to develop practical skills in mainframe management and operations.
IBM Z/OS Mainframe Syllabus
1: Introduction to Mainframes and IBM Z/OS
- Overview of Mainframe Computing
- Introduction to mainframe computing principles
- Introduction to IBM Z/OS Operating System
- Basics of the IBM Z/OS operating system
- History and Evolution of IBM Mainframes
- Historical development and advancements
2: IBM Z Hardware Overview
- Architecture of IBM Z Hardware
- Detailed architecture of IBM Z hardware
- Key Components: CPU, Storage, Channels
- Overview of critical hardware components
- Parallel Sysplex and High Availability Concepts
- Understanding Parallel Sysplex and high availability
3: IBM Z/OS System Components
- Job Management (JES)
- Job Entry Subsystem overview
- Address Spaces and Virtual Storage
- Managing address spaces and virtual storage
- Time Sharing Option (TSO) and Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF)
- Using TSO and ISPF for interactive work
4: IBM Z/OS File Systems
- Data Sets and VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method)
- Understanding data sets and VSAM
- Hierarchical File System (HFS) and zFS (z/OS File System)
- Introduction to HFS and zFS
5: Networking and Communications
- TCP/IP and Its Implementation on Z/OS
- Configuring TCP/IP on Z/OS
- SNA (Systems Network Architecture)
- Overview and configuration of SNA
- Network Management on Z/OS
- Managing network resources and settings
6: Security on IBM Z/OS
- RACF (Resource Access Control Facility)
- Configuring and managing RACF
- Security Management and Audit
- Managing security and auditing practices
- Encryption and Data Protection
- Implementing encryption and data protection strategies
7: Job Control Language (JCL)
- Syntax and Structure of JCL
- Understanding JCL syntax and structure
- Job Execution on Z/OS
- Running jobs and troubleshooting
- Utilities and System Commands
- Using JCL utilities and commands
8: Performance Monitoring and Tuning
- Performance Tools and Monitors
- Using tools for performance monitoring
- Tuning Methodologies
- Strategies for tuning system performance
- Capacity Planning and Management
- Planning and managing system capacity
9: Batch Processing and CICS
- Batch Processing Concepts
- Understanding batch processing
- CICS (Customer Information Control System)
- Overview and configuration of CICS
- Online Transaction Processing (OLTP) on Z/OS
- Implementing OLTP systems
10: Maintenance and Upgrades
- Z/OS Installation and Maintenance
- Installing and maintaining Z/OS
- Applying PTFs (Program Temporary Fixes)
- Applying and managing PTFs
- System Upgrades and Migration Strategies
- Upgrading and migrating systems
11: Disaster Recovery and Backup
- Backup and Recovery Strategies
- Strategies for backup and recovery
- High Availability Solutions
- Implementing high availability
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Planning for disaster recovery
Advanced Topics
1: Advanced System Architecture
- Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP) Architecture
- Understanding SMP architecture
- Parallel Sysplex and Data Sharing Concepts
- Advanced concepts in Parallel Sysplex and data sharing
- Coupling Facility and Its Role in Parallel Processing
- The role of Coupling Facility
2: Advanced JCL and Job Management
- Conditional Processing in JCL
- Using conditional processing
- Symbolic Parameters and Overrides
- Working with symbolic parameters
- Job Scheduling and Automation with IBM Workload Scheduler
- Advanced job scheduling and automation techniques
3: Advanced Storage Management
- DFSMS (Data Facility Storage Management Subsystem) Overview
- Overview of DFSMS
- Storage Hierarchies and Management Classes
- Managing storage hierarchies and classes
- DFSMShsm (Hierarchical Storage Manager) for Automated Data Migration
- Using DFSMShsm for data migration
4: Advanced Networking and Communication
- TCP/IP Performance Tuning on IBM Z/OS
- Optimizing TCP/IP performance
- VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method) Configuration and Management
- Configuring and managing VTAM
- Parallel Sysplex Networking Considerations
- Networking in Parallel Sysplex environments
5: Advanced Security and Compliance
- Advanced RACF Administration and Customization
- Advanced RACF management techniques
- External Security Interfaces (ESI)
- Using external security interfaces
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Implementation
- Implementing RBAC on IBM Z/OS
6: Advanced Performance Monitoring and Tuning
- Performance Tools: RMF (Resource Measurement Facility), SMF (System Management Facility)
- Using RMF and SMF for performance monitoring
- Workload Manager (WLM) for Performance Tuning
- Performance tuning with WLM
- Capacity Planning for Large-Scale Environments
- Advanced capacity planning techniques
7: Advanced Batch Processing and CICS
- Optimizing Batch Job Performance
- Techniques for optimizing batch jobs
- Advanced CICS Customization and Transaction Optimization
- Customizing and optimizing CICS transactions
- WebSphere Application Server for z/OS Integration
- Integrating WebSphere Application Server with z/OS
8: Advanced Problem Determination
- IPCS (Interactive Problem Control System) for Dump Analysis
- Using IPCS for analyzing dumps
- OMEGAMON Tools Suite for Real-Time Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Using OMEGAMON for monitoring and diagnostics
- Troubleshooting Techniques and Best Practices
- Best practices for troubleshooting
9: Advanced Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
- GDPS (Geographically Dispersed Parallel Sysplex) Overview
- Overview of GDPS
- Automation and Orchestration of Disaster Recovery Processes
- Automating and orchestrating disaster recovery
- Implementing High Availability Across Multiple Data Centers
- Strategies for high availability across data centers
10: Advanced Virtualization and Cloud Integration
- z/VM (Virtualization Manager) Overview and Implementation
- Overview and implementation of z/VM
- Docker and Kubernetes on IBM Z
- Using Docker and Kubernetes on IBM Z
- Cloud-Native Development with OpenShift on IBM Z
- Developing cloud-native applications with OpenShift
Training
Basic Level Training
Duration : 1 Month
Advanced Level Training
Duration : 1 Month
Project Level Training
Duration : 1 Month
Total Training Period
Duration : 3 Months
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