Course Description
Welcome to the exciting world of UNIX System Services on z/OS! This introductory-level course offers a comprehensive overview of z/OS UNIX System Services, providing you with essential knowledge and skills to navigate this powerful operating system. As we dive into the role of z/OS as a server in the open systems environment, you'll gain valuable insights into how UNIX functionality is integrated into the mainframe world.
What Students Will Learn
- Master the two interactive interfaces for accessing z/OS UNIX services
- Explore distributed file system solutions for UNIX
- Understand the interfaces used to access HFS/zFS files
- Compare and contrast shell functions with equivalent TSO functions
- Learn techniques for moving files from HFS
- Discover how to invoke UNIX processes using JCL and BPXBATCH
- Gain knowledge about thread usage in z/OS UNIX
- Comprehend file sharing concepts in the z/OS UNIX environment
Prerequisites
Great news! This course has no prerequisites, making it perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their knowledge of mainframe systems. Whether you're a student, IT professional, or simply curious about z/OS UNIX, you'll find this course accessible and informative.
Course Content
- Introduction to z/OS UNIX System Services
- The role of z/OS as a server in open systems environments
- Interactive interfaces for z/OS UNIX
- Distributed file system solutions
- HFS/zFS file access methods
- Comparison of shell and TSO functions
- File management in HFS
- UNIX process invocation using JCL and BPXBATCH
- Thread usage in z/OS UNIX
- File sharing concepts and implementation
Who This Course Is For
- IT professionals looking to expand their skillset
- Students pursuing careers in mainframe computing
- System administrators interested in z/OS UNIX functionality
- Developers working on cross-platform applications
- Anyone curious about the integration of UNIX and mainframe technologies
Real-World Applications
The knowledge gained from this course will prove invaluable in various real-world scenarios:
- Enhancing mainframe operations by leveraging UNIX functionality
- Improving cross-platform compatibility in enterprise environments
- Streamlining file management processes in z/OS systems
- Optimizing system performance through efficient thread usage
- Developing more robust and flexible mainframe applications
- Facilitating better integration between legacy systems and modern UNIX-based solutions
- Enhancing career prospects in the mainframe and open systems fields
By mastering z/OS UNIX System Services, you'll position yourself as a valuable asset in the ever-evolving world of enterprise computing. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your skillset and open doors to exciting career possibilities!