Software Subsystems

Length

2 days

 

Prerequisites

ECL, a standard Unisys editor, and Linking Systems course or experience.

 

Audience

Applications programmers
Systems programmers
Those interested in the creation of software subsystems

 

Description

This course takes the experienced programmer from the definitions of a subsystem through the steps of subsystem creation. The subsystem types and implementations are compared and contrasted, followed by a detailed explanation of the components of a subsystem. Creation of each subsystem component is explained fully. In addition, security privileges for the subsystem owner are discussed.

 

Topics/Outline

	Introduction and Overview of Subsystems
	Subsystem Types: Protected and Chameleon
	Subsystem Implementations: Fixed-Gate and Self-Contained
	Hardware and Software Access Protection Mechanisms
	Creating the Fixed-Gate Definition Element
	Creating the Subsystem Definition Element
	Statically Linking a Subsystem
	Subsystem Installation
	Linking To a Subsystem
	Unloading and Removing a Subsystem
	Exec and Security: Settings and Privileges to Create a Subsystem
	Additional Steps for the Subsystem Owner: SIMAN and BDI Considerations

Software Subsystems and The Linking System

Length:

4 days

 

Prerequisites:

ECL, a standard Unisys editor, and Linking Programming in a UCS language or MASM.

 

Audience:

Applications programmers
Systems programmers
Those interested in the creation of software subsystems

 

Description:

This course begins with a in-depth study of the Linking System, including the use of library files, dynamic linking, static linking, and linking transactions. Examples are covered in detail. Then the course takes the experienced programmer from the definitions of a subsystem through the steps of subsystem creation. The subsystem types and implementations are compared and contrasted, followed by a detailed explanation of the components of a subsystem. Creation of each subsystem component is explained fully. In addition, security privileges for the subsystem owner are discussed.

 

Topics/Outline

	Creating Object Modules with the Linking System
	Using the Linking System Library Files
	Dynamic and Static Linking
	Creating Transaction Object Modules
	Introduction and Overview of Subsystems
	Subsystem Types: Protected and Chameleon
	Subsystem Implementations: Fixed-Gate and Self-Contained
	Hardware and Software Access Protection Mechanisms
	Creating the Fixed-Gate Definition Element
	Creating the Subsystem Definition Element
	Statically Linking A Subsystem
	Subsystem Installation
	Linking To a Subsystem
	Unloading and Removing a Subsystem
	Exec and Security: Settings and Privileges to Create a Subsystem
	Additional Steps for the Subsystem Owner: SIMAN and BDI Considerations

Introduction to COBOL (ASCII or UCS)
Programming Workshop

Length

5 days.

 

Audience

New COBOL programmers.

 

Prerequisites

ECL and a standard Unisys editor.

 

Brief Description

This course provides an introduction to the ASCII COBOL (ACOB) programming language and the UCS COBOL (UCOB) programming language. This course emphasizes all topics with a hands-on workshop for the students.

 

Topics/Outline

	Introduction to COBOL
	Identification Division
	Environment Division
	Data Division
	Procedure Division
	Arithmetic Operations
	The IF Statement
	Procedural Branching

Intermediate COBOL (ASCII or UCS)
Programming Workshop

Length

5 days.

 

Audience

Beginning COBOL programmers.

 

Prerequisites

ECL, a standard Unisys editor, and Basic COBOL Programming.

 

Brief Description

This course provides COBOL topics for those who already are familiar with the basics of the ASCII COBOL programming language or the UCS COBOL (UCOB) programming language. This course emphasizes all topics with a hands-on workshop for the students.

 

Topics/Outline

	Review of the Basic Divisions of COBOL
	Review IF PICTURE Clauses
	More on the PROCEDURE DIVISION
	Handling Tables
	The SORT Statement
	COBOL Procedures
	String Manipulation

Advanced COBOL (ASCII or UCS)
Programming Workshop

Length

5 days.

 

Audience

Experienced COBOL programmers.

 

Prerequisites

ECL, a standard Unisys editor, and COBOL programming experience.

 

Brief Description

This course provides an in-depth view of the ASCII programming language and the UCS COBOL (UCOB) programming language. This course emphasizes all topics with hands-on workshop for the students.

 

Topics/Outline

	Handling Multi-Dimensional Tables
	Report Writer
	Subprogramming
	Random Access Files

ACOB to UCOB Conversion Workshop

Length

4 days.

 

Audience

COBOL programmers working in an extended mode environment.

 

Prerequisites

ECL, a standard Unisys editor, and COBOL programming experience.

 

Brief Description

This course is designed to introduce students to extended mode, UCS COBOL, PADS, and Linking.

 

Topics/Outline

	An Introduction to Extended Mode
	An Introduction to UCS COBOL
	How to Use the UCS COBOL Compiler
	UCS Compiler Limitations
	UCS COBOL and ASCII COBOL Differences
	Linking UCS COBOL Programs
	Linking UCS Transactions
	Programmer Advanced Debugging System (PADS)

File Administration System (FAS)

Length

3 days

 

Audience

Systems personnel, programmers and others needing to know how to effectively use FAS

 

Prerequisites

Basic IX knowledge, including ECL

 

Description

In this course, the attendee will learn how to use FAS effectively for back up and archiving of files. In addition, learn other FAS commands for file recovery, mass storage management, and multiple activity mode. FAS disaster recovery is also included.

 

Topics/Outline

	Introduction
	Accessing FAS
	Using FAS Commands
	Backing Up and Archiving Files
	Recovering Files
	Managing Mass Storage
	Managing Backup Tapes and Cartridges
	FAS Pool Manager
	FAS Privileges and Security
	Multiple Activity Mode
	FAS Disaster Recovery