3 hours

Although no mainframe computing experience or knowledge is necessary, an understanding of computer hardware and operating systems is assumed

To introduce students to the basics of mainframe platforms

After this course the student should be able to:
1. discuss the main differences between PCs and mainframes in the areas of hardware, operating systems, and applications
2. explain multiprocessing, CMOS, ESCON, and the channel subsystem

3 hours

No mainframe computing experience or knowledge is necessary, but an understanding of computer hardware and operating systems is assumed; the course Mainframe: Platform

To introduce mainframe operating systems

After this course the student should be able to:
1. discuss multiprogramming issues, batch processing, and spooling
2. explain virtual storage, paging, swapping, expanded storage, and program modes