COBOL Programming Course
Gain mastery over COBOL basics, file input/output operations, and batch processing using authentic mainframe-like data. Develop abilities to debug code, refine business logic, manage legacy systems, and produce well-structured, documented COBOL programs suitable for vital enterprise applications. This course prepares you for practical roles in COBOL development with confidence and precision.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This COBOL Programming Course equips you with hands-on skills to read, write, and maintain both modern and legacy COBOL programs confidently. You will master clean coding practices, data types, record structures, batch file handling, and accurate numeric computations for fees and balances. Using GnuCOBOL, you will practise debugging, testing, and documentation to build job-ready expertise for real-world COBOL environments.
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Develop skills
- Write structured COBOL code featuring proper naming conventions and clear, maintainable comments.
- Develop and execute COBOL batch programs with reliable file I/O support on z/OS and GnuCOBOL platforms.
- Apply accurate business rules, fee calculations, rounding techniques, and status handling in COBOL programs.
- Create, test, and verify COBOL batch files using practical record layouts and data structures.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation for COBOL systems including README files, change logs, and handover documents.
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