Total Time: 2 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course explains the four basic arithmetic operations and additional clauses and statements that deal with COBOL arithmetic. Users will learn how to correctly define, store, and perform calculations using numeric items, including decimal and signed numbers.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Code simple arithmetic operations in COBOL
Define decimal number fields and use them in calculations
Maintain the sign for numeric fields
Use coding options in arithmetic operations

Topics: 
Basic Operations
Decimal Numbers
Signed Numbers
Coding Options

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.