IMS Essentials Training in Kuwait

  • Learn via: Online Instructor-Led / Classroom Based / Onsite
  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Price: From €2,900
  • Upcoming Date:
  • UK & Türkiye Based Global Training Provider

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to IMS for all those new to the IMS environment. It provides ideal cross-training for application support specialists from disciplines such as CICS, COBOL, JAVA, or DB2.<br><br> The course introduces and explains all areas of IMS databases in both the Batch and Online environments, including data access using the DL/I Language Interface and the maintenance of data integrity using the DBRC feature.<br> Written exercises reinforce the formal tuition sessions. These include the analysis of sample applications and use of the procedures and utilities required to recover from various application and system failures.<br><br>

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ASELSAN
PepsiCo Türkiye
JTI TÜTÜN ÜRÜNLERİ SANAYİ A.Ş.
ING Bank
DHL
MASTERCARD
Huawei
TotalEnergies
Mercedes-Benz Türk A.Ş.
Goodyear
FORD OTOMOTIV SANAYI A.S.
3M COMPANY
Schneider Electric
Central Bank of Azerbaijan
BP Petrolleri
Procter & Gamble (P&G)
Qatar Foundation
Bank Of China
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
MORGAN STANLEY & CO Inc
Novo Nordisk
DEUTSCHE BANK
Azerbaycan Cumhuriyeti Emek ve Ahalinin Sosyal Güvenliği Bakanlığı
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Prerequisites

A general understanding of the IBM enterprise server (mainframe) computing environment and an appreciation of application development concepts is assumed.

What You Will Learn

  • describe the architecture of IMS batch and online systems
  • analyse database and communication calls
  • identify appropriate logical and physical database design features
  • describe the structure of secondary indexes and logical relationships
  • use IMS utilities to backup, restore, and reorganize the database
  • discuss the facilities available in IMS to provide data integrity and system availability.
  • trace the flow of a transaction through an IMS system

Training Outline

Introduction to IMS

Why Use a Database?; Database types; Hierarchical terminology; Processing path; Accessing data; Database implementation; IMS online environment; Message Format Services (MFS); Utilities; Logging; Operational responsibilities.

Introduction to Batch Programming

DL/I Language Interface; Program Specification Block (PSB); IMS Call Format; Function code; Record retrieval Workshop.

Advanced Database Programming

Update processing; Command codes; PCB Addressing; Boolean SSAs; Workshop.

Database Environment

Program Specification Block (PSB); PSB statements; PCB; PROCOPTs; PSB generation; ACB generation; PSB/program relationships; Batch JCL; Workshop.

Database Implementation - 1

DBD; Database Organisation and Access Methods.

Database Implementation - 2

Secondary indexing; Secondary data structure; Stand-Alone processing; Things to consider; Logical relationships.

Database Implementation - 3

An introduction to HALDB features and processing options.

Database Backup and Recovery

Logging; Image Copy; Reorganisation; Database Recovery Control (DBRC); associated tools and utilities.

IMS/TM Concepts & Facilities

IMS/DC configuration; Control (CTL) region; DL/I Separate Address Space (DLISAS); Database Recovery Control (DBRC); Message Processing Region (MPR); Batch Message Processing (BMP) region; Message scheduling; Logging.

IMS Online Programming - 1

Message Processing Program (MPP); Transaction codes & flow; Input message segment; Output message segment; IMS message calls; IO PCB mask; Common status codes; Workshop.

Message Format Services

MFS control blocks; DIF/DOF coding; MID/MOD coding; Attributes; Message management.

IMS Online Programming - 2

Alternate PCB; Using Alternate PCB; Transaction switching; Conversational programming; Using Checkpoint/Restart; Workshop.

Fast Path

General characteristics; Fast Path EMH; Data Entry Database (DEDB); Main Storage Database.

Online IMS System Recovery and Restart

Logging; Restart Data Set (RDS); Archiving; Contents of the Log; Normal restart; Emergency restart.

Sharing Data and Data Sharing

Sharing access - the problem; Sharing access - solutions; Control region / DLISAS; Program isolation; Locking; Deadlock resolution; Data sharing; Database-Level Sharing; Block-level sharing; DBCTL.

IMS Operations

Operational considerations; Operations planning; Starting IMS; Stopping IMS; Online change facility; Controlling IMS.

IMS Performance Management

DB performance; DB monitor; Database buffer pools; DC performance.

Why Choose Us

Experience IMS Essentials in Kuwait through Bilginç IT Academy's live and interactive virtual classroom environment, accessible from your home, office, or any location. Connect with expert trainers in real time and bring the energy of classroom learning into the digital experience.

  • Live Instructor-Led Sessions: Join scheduled training sessions with your instructor and fellow delegates in real time.
  • Interactive Learning Experience: Take part in discussions, practical exercises, group activities, and Q&A sessions throughout the course.
  • Expert Trainer Network: Learn from experienced trainers with strong industry backgrounds and practical field expertise.
  • Over 30 Years of Training Expertise: Benefit from Bilginç IT Academy's long-standing experience in delivering professional training since 1995.
  • Flexible and Scalable Delivery: Access live virtual classrooms from Kuwait and worldwide, with flexible planning options for individual and corporate training needs.

Experience IMS Essentials in a focused classroom environment in Kuwait. Bilginç IT Academy's carefully selected training venues provide a professional setting where delegates can interact directly with expert trainers and peers.

  • Experienced Trainers: Learn from specialists with extensive field experience and real-world knowledge.
  • Professional Training Venues: Attend courses in comfortable, well-equipped classrooms designed to support effective learning.
  • Focused Classroom Experience: Benefit from limited class sizes that encourage discussion, interaction, and personalized support.
  • Quality-Driven Learning: Develop practical skills through structured, up-to-date, and professionally designed training content.

Meet your team's training needs with Bilginç IT Academy's onsite IMS Essentials in Kuwait solution, delivered at your office or preferred location. Align your team's development with your business goals through a training experience tailored to your organization.

  • Tailored Course Content: Adapt the training program to your organization's projects, team structure, and specific business requirements.
  • Time and Cost Efficiency: Reduce travel, accommodation, and operational costs while maximizing the value of your training investment.
  • Team-Focused Learning: Help your employees develop around the same knowledge base and strengthen collaboration across your organization.
  • Simplified Planning and Tracking: Manage the training process, participant development, and organizational requirements with greater control.
Contact us for more detail about our trainings and for all other enquiries!

IMS Essentials Training Course in Kuwait Schedule

Join our public courses in our Kuwait facilities. Private class trainings will be organized at the location of your preference, according to your schedule.

We can organize this training at your preferred date and location.
05 July 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
08 July 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
20 July 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
24 August 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
26 August 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
31 August 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
02 September 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900
06 September 2026 (4 Days)
Kuwait City
€2,900

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