COBOL programming - part 1

Learn the basic syntax of the COBOL programming language in the three-day ABIS course.

The training COBOL Programming is composed of 2 separate courses: in Part 1 the participant becomes familiar with the basic COBOL programming techniques, in Part 2 the more advanced topics are treated.

At the end of Part 1, the participant:

  • knows the basic COBOL syntax;
  • is able to develop, debug and execute COBOL programs.

This course is also available as a combined course (Parts 1 and 2), see COBOL programming: fundamentals course.

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Delivered as a live, interactive training – available in-person or online, or in a hybrid format. Training can be implemented in English, Dutch, or French.

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17 Mar3Leuven 1890 EUR (excl. VAT)
17 Mar3web based 1890 EUR (excl. VAT)
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Intended for

Programmers who are going to write simple programs in COBOL. For a more detailed knowledge of all the possibilities of the COBOL language (advanced file processing, COBOL tables, working with submodules, ...), we refer to Part 2 of this training (COBOL programming - part 2).

Background

Some familiarity with an ISPF environment is desirable but not essential, cf ISPF/PDF basics.

You can test yourself to see if you have enough ISPF background by filling out the online selftest.

Main topics

  • Basic structure of a COBOL program:
    • 4 divisions • sections, paragraphs and sentences.
    • compile • link-edit • execution.
  • Variables, computing and data editing:
    • detailed discussion on the declaration of variables.
    • special instructions on calculations.
    • data editing.
  • Conditional programming:
    • statements that might influence the flow of the program.
    • PERFORM • IF ... ELSE • EVALUATE.
  • Treatment of files:
    • use of files in COBOL (input / output) • error handling.

Training method

Classroom instruction. 70% of the time is spent on programming exercises.

Certificate

At the end of the session, the participant receives a "Certificate of Completion".

Duration

3 days.

Course leader

Peter Vanroose (ABIS).

Reviews

Cursus was goed en logisch opgebouwd! De cursus was intens, veel bijgeleerd.

 
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Zeer goed, nuttig

 
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Le cours est vraiment bien mais trop long. 8H d'un coup ne permet pas d'assimiler la matière de manière optimal.

 
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