Total Time: 2 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course provides an introduction to COBOL (OS/VS) concepts, including a general description of COBOL and its evolution, program structure, specifications, instructions and other programming considerations, and preliminary coding steps.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Explain what COBOL is, how it has evolved, and how it's used
Describe the four divisions of a COBOL program, their functions, and how they work together
Understand the three preliminary steps you must take before beginning to code a COBOL program
Use the standard format, rules, and procedures for coding in COBOL

Topics: 
Introduction
COBOL Program Structure
Specifications and Instructions
Preliminary Coding Steps
Other Programming Considerations

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.