VSAM – Defining, Altering, and Deleting VSAM Data Sets z/OS 2.5
Duration
3 hours
Overview
This course describes how VSAM data sets are created using the IDCAMS Utility, or by using JCL statements. It also discusses how alternate indexes on creating, copying, deleting, and managing VSAM data sets using JCL, TSO/E commands, the IDCAMS batch utility, and other tools is also covered. Finally, other products used to manage VSAM data sets are introduced – both from IBM and other vendors.
Audience
This course is oriented to Application Programmers, Systems Programmers, and Operations staff. However, anyone needing to understand VSAM data sets will benefit from this course.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of the Interskill VSAM – Introduction to VSAM course, or equivalent knowledge.
Objectives
After completing this course, the student will be able to:
- Create a VSAM data set using JCL or IDCAMS
- Identify options available when creating a VSAM data set
- Create and manage Alternate Indexes
- Delete VSAM data sets
- Modify VSAM data set attributes
Course Content
Creating VSAM Data Sets
Methods Used to Create VSAM Data Sets
Using IDCAMS
DEFINE CLUSTER Command
IDCAMS VSAM Data Set Parameters
VSAM Data Set Sharing
Using JCL Statements to Create a VSAM Data Set
Alternate Indexes, ALTER, and DELETE
Creating Alternate Indexes
Building the Alternate Index
Accessing an Alternate Index
Deleting VSAM Data Sets
Altering VSAM Data Set Attributes