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IBM Mainframe Modernization and Resource Management
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IBM Mainframe Hardware IBM has made significant improvements to its next generation of mainframe machines. The new z series mainframe runs more than 40 percent faster than its predecessor and is up to 90 percent more energy efficient. Mainframes remain a strategically vital part of the IBM franchise. A significant change with IBM mainframe systems is that other kinds of computers can now be plugged into the mainframe for managing a data center. The ability to plug other computers into the mainframe and manage hardware and software applications extends mainframe strengths in security and always-on availability to other systems. The advantages associated with the new IBM mainframe design include:
Mainframe Software Infrastructure Organizations have a substantial investment in mainframe software infrastructure and long functioning applications which work and are specific to their business operations. There are strategic implications regarding the appropriate mix in terms of the integrity of the data, maintaining existing legacy applications, and upgrading the systems software. Many of the original applications were developed 30 or more years ago with legacy programming languages and first generation IBM system software. A major issue is how to retrofit this infrastructure and transition to the new software technologies; which for the most part are significantly better than those used in the original design and coding in the 1960’s and 1970’s. The work force which designed, developed, and maintained these applications are reaching retirement age and there is a need to replace them with qualified mainframe personnel. With the changes in hardware and software, training on IBM mainframe systems is more complex and challenging than ever before. The “business and training as usual” mainframe paradigm no longer can be uniformly applied. Mainframe Technology in Transition IBM z/OS Operating System V1.10 - Scalability, Performance, and Problem Determination The IBM z/OS V1.10 mainframe operating system provides for economies of scale and adaptability of resources. Used in conjunction with the IBM System z10 Enterprise Class server, the z/OS operating system can significantly reduce requirements for partitioning application and data on unnatural boundaries. For large z/OS installation's with a substantial investment in mainframe technology, a proper configuration and utilization of IBM z/OS will 1- consolidate enterprise data stores. 2- co-locate applications close to the data. 3- reduce the incidence of siloed data in the enterprise. HiperDispatch provides improved performance by distributing and managing z/OS workloads intelligently on scalable n-way systems. The z/OS V1.10 operating system has an expanded featureset and new administrative interfaces for problem identification, recommended solutions, and resource migration.
IBM Corporation has released announcements regarding its support for the z/VSE mainframe operating system and how it will build upon IBM zEnterprise 196 and IBM System z10 technology:
CETi European Technology Partners are monitoring the progress of IBM’s follow through on these announcements. The consensus among technologists and the opinion of SYS-ED staff continues to be that IBM's preferred strategy is to migrate its remaining VSE client base to either its z/OS or z/VM mainframe operating system or IBM web server platforms.
The z/VM V6 operating system has been optimized for: 1- scalability and reducing system overhead. 2- increasing system and guest throughput. 3- consolidating workloads on the zEnterprise 196 and System z10 servers. Data-in-memory techniques enhance the scalability and performance of memory-intensive workloads. IBM has positioned the z/VM operating system to provide flexibility in managing enterprise application workloads and more efficiently utilize its information technology infrastructure:
Mainframe Training by SYS-ED It is clear that mainframe information technology is in transition. SYS-ED teaching assignments, surveys from our client base, and feedback from CETi Technology Partners, indicates that application development is not going to be exclusively J2EE or .NET. CICS Transaction Server will account for a substantial share of overall application server revenues. And DB2 UDB notwithstanding, there are still enterprises which are utilizing IMS, IDMS, and ADABAS as legacy datastores. Since 1980, SYS-ED has been offering fast-track mainframe courses, tailored mainframe training programs, and educational consultancy for Fortune 1000 corporations, government municipalities, healthcare providers, and consulting companies. We have a history of success in providing consultancy services on IBM mainframe systems: operations, programming skills, programming languages, telecommunications, and system software. Our staff of system consultants are teachers who can demonstrate and explain. And truth be told, we get called upon by industry leading software and consulting companies, including IBM, to teach courses both for clients and their own in-house staff of software engineers and application developers
Mainframe Experience of SYS-ED Staff and CETi Technology Partners
When information technology professionals leave a SYS-ED mainframe course, they have course hand-outs, training aids, and sample and skeleton programs which can be used back on the job to help in performing specific tasks. In addition to instructor-led classroom instruction. Our core mainframe courses are also available for presentation in a distance- and e-learning format. |
Information Technology in Transition
Longstanding
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Definition of Service
SYS-ED's distance-learning training service is 65% lecture with the remaining 35% of the service provided in the form of scheduled interactive question and answer sessions with a subject matter expert, hands-on exercises, optional validation assessment, and submission of questions through our technology exchange websites. Enrollment is contingent upon the prospective trainee's having been qualified by our Director of Education to have the appropriate background for the training and review of a checklist of items required for transmission of the service to the client location: bandwidth, firewall, base operating system, software requirements, web browser, and set-up of hands-on machine exercises. Alternative web-based and e-learning training is available: self-paced, presentation through the client's authoring system, or podcast. These tailored services are offered selectively. |
Mainframe Courseware for Teaching
The Computer Education Techniques courseware used in SYS-ED courses consists of student hand-outs, training aids, and industry-specific exercises. The CETi knowledge base aggregates and analyzes information in the public domain. It also is a service for reviewing and answering questions. Content is selectively added to courseware. The long term strategy is to submit comprehensive courseware products for evaluation as nationally recognized curriculum with the New York State Department of Education. The prototypes are z/OS JCL programming skills and the PL/1 legacy programming language.
Leader in Mainframe Courseware
Mainframe Courseware
Modular Mainframe Courseware
Mainframe Training Aids
As part of presenting an instructor-led mainframe course at the client location, courseware is evaluated and organized for subsequent use in a web-based infrastructure and delivery medium. This service is provided free of charge.
Grow Your Own Mainframe Personnel Over the past year, we have had a number of inquiries regarding whether SYS-ED still offered mainframe courses for IT professionals.
Portfolio of Mainframe Clients Fast Track Courses - 5 or Fewer Days in Duration
The typical comments were:
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That it is extremely difficult to find mainframe training which develops the specialized skills needed for mainframe systems and operational maintenance.
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That there is a scarcity of fast-track programming language and system software courses, 5 or fewer days in duration, geared to Fortune 1000 corporations, government municipalities, healthcare providers, and their employees.
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That a high percentage of mainframe courses are cancelled.
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That
travel costs and living expenses in a majority of situations are a significant constraint when it comes to attending a mainframe course.
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That it is important to have a resource for
asking mainframe questions once the mainframe training is complete.
In response to these questions:
Yes, SYS-ED offers multiple
levels of mainframe training.
Yes,
since 1980, SYS-ED has taught mainframe courses and training programs.
Yes, we have the flexibility and resources to conduct personalized training for small groups. We very rarely cancel mainframe courses.
Mainframe courses are available in multiple formats:
classroom, distance-learning and
blended web-based delivery.
Upon completion of a SYS-ED course, our staff is available to answer
mainframe questions.
Programming Skills
Programming Languages
Web Enablement /
SOA: Service Oriented Architecture
IBM Mainframe Programming Skills
COBOL
Transactional VSAM
IBM Tools
Assembler Language
CICS Transaction Server
Compuware Mainframe Utilities
PL/1
DB2 and XML
Computer Associates Mainframe Utilities
REXX
DB2 and Java
Serena Software Tools
Fortran
WebSphere MQ
Caveat Emptor
Prior to scheduling a
mainframe course from IBM, compare the
quality of the training service that SYS-ED offers with the
alternatives:
SYS-ED has been conducting courses in the public domain since 1980; however, there have been changes in the laws
and regulations governing computer training in the state of New York.
The schedule on our websites reflects a projected time frame for licensure with the New York State Department of Education - Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision and submission and approval of
curriculum. It will be updated quarterly.
Why SYS-ED for Mainframe Training?
Hands-on training
Superb courseware
and
training aids
Mainframe New York Schedule
Resources to accommodate small groups
Tailored private courses - North America and Europe
Warranty of service
Satisfied customers and industry testimonials
Qualified training consultant for needs analysis and skills inventory
Distance and e-learning
Integrated Mainframe Training Programs
Portfolio: Mainframe Training Services
Budgetary issues aside, three major issues will have to be evaluated in relation to mainframe training:
| 1. | The degree of web based access to mainframe data which will be allowed and the critical issue of security. |
| 2. | The appropriate strategic utilization of commercial third party and open source software. |
| 3. | How much of the mainframe development should be contracted outside of the United States, performed by independent consultants, or be done by salaried staff. |
SYS-ED offers tailored "entry-level" and "fast-track" mainframe training programs.
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Standard entry-level training programs consist of four components: z/OS operating system, programming skills, programming language, and system software. These programs have been developed and refined over a quarter century of consultancy and teaching and draw upon the SYS-ED courseware library. |
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Tailored fast-track programs are comprised of course modules selected by the client organization: topics, examples, workshops, validation assessments, and duration. Many clients also elect to incorporate an educational consulting component which reflects their standards and implementation strategy for project development. |
Integrated Training Programs - 3 to 6 Weeks in Duration
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Industry Standard Training Programs |
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| Mainframe Training | Entry Level Mainframe Training | z/OS Operations and System Programming Training Program | CICS Transaction Server Training Programs |
| Web Development and Internet Programming | Oracle Development Platform Training Programs | ||
Evolving IT: Interrelated Technologies
| Web Servers | WebSphere MQ Middleware | Internet Programming |
There are new web server and web enabling technologies which in many situations will require integration with the existing mainframe systems and enterprise databases. Virtualization plays an important role in mainframe hardware. By implementing virtualization software, it is possible to virtualize the processor, memory, storage I/O and networking resources into aggregated pools - applications can utilize resource pools without regard to specific hardware. This improves utilization of the mainframe and reduces the need for upgrades. For example, the z/VM operating system can support hundreds of Linux images simultaneously. Web enabled applications can be accessed by the company web site or a native application. An advantage associated with a web-enabled application is the utilization of other web services such as security and personalization. Web service information can also help administrators to troubleshoot mainframe applications. Along these lines a number of SYS-ED clients are upgrading their mainframe hardware in order to improve processing for utilization with Java, Linux, and Solaris.
SYS-ED trained first generation mainframe DP personnel in a variety of industries during the 1980’s. And look forward to the opportunity and challenge of training their successors in the 21st century. Albeit, with a more comprehensive set of delivery options for conducting the training and a hybrid mix and match set of software choices.
Mainframe Training in New York
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Mainframe Courses in New York
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Teaching is Our Business
Our Teachers Know How to Teach
Enrollment - SYS-ED Mainframe Courses are NOT for Everyone
Mainframe Training in New York, at Your Office,
or via the Web For additional information including outlines, availability of private courses, references, and course customization, contact David Shapiro at our New York office at 212-564-9147or register online. |
| SYS-ED's websites compile, organize, and present software specific and established operational categorizations of information technology. They provide a framework for assessing knowledge transfer: web-based training, classroom instruction, courseware, learning paths, and validation assessment. | ||
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SYS-ED’s core mainframe curriculum have been submitted to the New York State Department of Education - Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision for technical review and licensing.
