What does the COBOL Programming course cover?
COBOL Programming is covered here in 8 modules: Introduction to COBOL Programming: COBOL syntax and data types, COBOL Variables and Data Types: Hands-on exercise: Working with, COBOL Control Structures: COBOL subroutines and functions and 5 more. The outline lists 32 specific topics, opening with Overview of COBOL and its history and closing with Hands-on exercise: Exploring advanced COBOL topics.
How do you approach COBOL Programming step by step?
The work is sequenced in 8 stages. It starts with Introduction to COBOL Programming: COBOL syntax and data types, moves through COBOL Variables and Data Types: Hands-on exercise: Working with and COBOL Control Structures: COBOL subroutines and functions, and ends at Advanced COBOL Topics: COBOL web services and APIs, Hands-on exercise: Exploring.
What is in Module 1 of the COBOL Programming course?
Module 1 is Introduction to COBOL Programming: COBOL syntax and data types. It works through Overview of COBOL and its history, COBOL syntax and data types, COBOL program structure and organization and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 7 modules build on.
How is the COBOL Programming course delivered?
The COBOL Programming course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.
How much does the COBOL Programming course cost?
The COBOL Programming course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.
Closely related courses: Modern COBOL for Enterprise Systems and Legacy, COBOL System Modernization for Legacy Integration, Unlocking COBOL, IBM COBOL Programming Essentials.
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Mastering COBOL Programming: Unlocking Legacy System Secrets
Course Overview
This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to master COBOL programming and unlock the secrets of legacy systems. With a focus on interactive and engaging learning, participants will gain hands-on experience with real-world applications and expert instruction.Course Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of COBOL programming and its applications in legacy systems
- Develop skills in writing, testing, and debugging COBOL programs
- Analyze and maintain existing COBOL code
- Apply COBOL programming concepts to real-world problems
- Earn a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
Course Outline
Module 1. Introduction to COBOL Programming: COBOL syntax and data types
- Overview of COBOL and its history
- COBOL syntax and data types
- COBOL program structure and organization
- Hands-on exercise: Writing a simple COBOL program
Module 2. COBOL Variables and Data Types: Hands-on exercise: Working with
- COBOL variable declarations and usage
- COBOL data types: numeric, alphanumeric, and binary
- COBOL data conversion and manipulation
- Hands-on exercise: Working with COBOL variables and data types
Module 3. COBOL Control Structures: COBOL subroutines and functions
- COBOL conditional statements: IF, ELSE, and END-IF
- COBOL loops: PERFORM, GO TO, and EXIT
- COBOL subroutines and functions
- Hands-on exercise: Writing a COBOL program with control structures
Module 4. COBOL File Input/Output: statements: READ, WRITE, and DELETE
- COBOL file organization and access methods
- COBOL file input/output statements: READ, WRITE, and DELETE
- COBOL file status and error handling
- Hands-on exercise: Working with COBOL files
Module 5. COBOL Database Interaction: connecting, querying, and updating
- COBOL database concepts and terminology
- COBOL database interaction: connecting, querying, and updating
- COBOL database error handling and recovery
- Hands-on exercise: Interacting with a database using COBOL
Module 6. COBOL Error Handling and Debugging: COBOL debugging tools and techniques
- COBOL error types and handling techniques
- COBOL debugging tools and techniques
- COBOL program testing and validation
- Hands-on exercise: Debugging a COBOL program
Module 7. COBOL Program Maintenance and Enhancement: COBOL program testing and validation
- COBOL program analysis and understanding
- COBOL program modification and enhancement
- COBOL program testing and validation
- Hands-on exercise: Maintaining and enhancing a COBOL program
Module 8. Advanced COBOL Topics: COBOL web services and APIs, Hands-on exercise: Exploring
- COBOL object-oriented programming
- COBOL web services and APIs
- COBOL security and encryption
- Hands-on exercise: Exploring advanced COBOL topics
Course Features
- Interactive and engaging learning: Hands-on exercises, quizzes, and games to keep you engaged and motivated
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content: Covering the latest COBOL programming concepts and techniques
- Expert instructors: With years of experience in COBOL programming and teaching
- Certificate of Completion: Issued by The Art of Service upon completing the course
- Flexible learning: Access the course materials anytime, anywhere, and on any device
- User-friendly interface: Easy to navigate and use, with clear instructions and feedback
- Mobile-accessible: Access the course materials on your mobile device, anytime and anywhere
- Community-driven: Join a community of learners and instructors to ask questions, share knowledge, and learn from others
- Actionable insights: Apply the knowledge and skills learned in the course to real-world problems and projects
- Hands-on projects: Work on real-world projects and exercises to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the course
- Bite-sized lessons: Break down the learning into manageable chunks, with clear objectives and outcomes
- Lifetime access: Access the course materials for a lifetime, with no expiration date or hidden fees
- Gamification: Earn points, badges, and rewards for completing the course materials and achieving milestones
- Progress tracking: Track your progress and performance, with clear feedback and recommendations for improvement