Introduction of the Course

Netskill’s Job Control Language (JCL) Training is an enterprise-focused program designed to help professionals create, execute, and manage batch jobs on IBM mainframe systems. As a trusted corporate JCL training company, Netskill enables organizations to ensure reliable, automated, and efficient execution of mission-critical workloads.

This course covers JCL fundamentals, job structure, DD statements, dataset handling, utilities, job scheduling concepts, error handling, and performance considerations. Delivered through Instructor-Led Online Training, In-Person Corporate Workshops, and Self-Paced learning on the Netskill LMS, the program includes HD course videos, practical labs, gamified learning outcomes, quizzes, assessments, and certification, accessible anytime.

Courses: Instructor-Led, In-Person, or Self-Paced

Instructor-Led Online Training

Live virtual sessions led by experienced mainframe professionals, focusing on JCL syntax, job execution, and real-world batch processing scenarios.

In-Person Corporate Training

On-site, instructor-led workshops customized to your organization’s mainframe environment and batch workload requirements.

Self-Paced Training on Netskill LMS

Learners receive 24/7 access to:

• HD video lessons on JCL concepts
• Hands-on job creation and execution labs
• Utilities and dataset management exercises
• Gamified learning outcomes
• Quizzes, assessments, and certification

All learning resources are available on the Netskill LMS.

Target Audience for Corporate JCL Courses

• Mainframe system operators
• z/OS administrators
• Application support professionals
• Batch processing and scheduling teams
• Graduate engineers entering mainframe roles
• Legacy system support teams

What Are the Modules Covered?

Module 1: Introduction to Job Control Language

• Purpose and role of JCL
• Batch processing concepts
• JCL execution lifecycle

Module 2: JCL Structure and Syntax

• JOB, EXEC, and DD statements
• Parameters and overrides
• Coding standards and best practices

Module 3: Dataset Definitions and Management

• Sequential and partitioned datasets
• Temporary and cataloged datasets
• GDGs and VSAM basics

Module 4: Using Utilities in JCL

• IEBGENER, IEBCOPY, SORT, IDCAMS
• Common utility use cases
• Job step dependencies

Module 5: Conditional Processing and Control Statements

• IF/THEN/ELSE constructs
• Return codes and condition handling
• Restart and recovery concepts

Module 6: JCL Procedures and Symbolic Parameters

• Cataloged and in-stream procedures
• Symbolics and parameterization
• Reusable job design

Module 7: Job Scheduling Concepts

• Introduction to schedulers (CA-7, Control-M, OPC)
• Scheduling dependencies
• Automation best practices

Module 8: Error Handling and Troubleshooting

• Common JCL errors and abends
• SYSOUT and JES messages
• Debugging techniques

Module 9: Performance and Optimization

• Efficient dataset usage
• Job performance tuning
• Reducing batch window duration

Module 10: JCL in Enterprise Environments

• Standards and governance
• Integration with applications
• Compliance and audit considerations

Module 11: Assessments and Certification

• Scenario-based JCL exercises
• LMS-based quizzes and assessments
• Netskill JCL certification

All modules include HD videos, hands-on labs, gamified learning outcomes, quizzes, assessments, and certification on the Netskill LMS.

Importance of JCL Training

• Ensures reliable batch job execution
• Reduces operational errors and failures
• Improves efficiency of mainframe workloads
• Supports compliance and audit requirements
• Strengthens enterprise mainframe operations

Training Skills and Competencies for Employees

Participants will gain:

• Proficiency in JCL syntax and structure
• Dataset and utility management skills
• Job scheduling and automation knowledge
• Troubleshooting and error resolution expertise
• Performance optimization capabilities

Netskill Approach to JCL Training

Netskill’s approach includes:

• Real-world batch processing scenarios
• Practical, lab-driven learning
• Enterprise job scheduling examples
• Gamified learning milestones
• Continuous quizzes and assessments
• Anytime access via the Netskill LMS

Why Choose Netskill as Your JCL Training Partner?

• Trusted corporate JCL training company
• Online, In-Person, and Self-Paced delivery options
• Experienced mainframe professionals as trainers
• Practical, enterprise-aligned curriculum
• Gamified learning experience on Netskill LMS
• Certification validating JCL expertise
• Customizable corporate training programs