Applied Computer Technology

SNA and TCP/IP Training Courses

ACT provides education and training courses on network protocols and network product quality assurance testing. Standard classes are available on: SNA, 3270, 5250, LU6.2, APPN, SDLC, LAN, TCP/IP, TN3270, TN5250, and QA testing and methodology. In addition, we can modify an existing course or develop a special course to meet specific needs. Our materials are professionally designed and developed, making them easy to follow and comprehend. All courses feature "Demo Labs" where we use either SDTF or ITF to illustrate class topics with "real-world" data flows. Course materials provide numerous examples from the "Demo Labs" which become valuable reference guides.

Overview of Available Courses

SNA Concepts and Facilities

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of System Network Architecture (SNA).

Topics covered include:

SNA Architecture
SNA Protocols and Layering
Components of SNA Networks
Node and LU types
Data Link Transports
SNA Message Formats and Data Flows
Product Implementation Considerations
SNA Evolution and Future Directions
Documentation and Specifications

TCP/IP Concepts and Facilities

This course provides an overview of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocols and subsystems.

Topics covered include:

TCP/IP Architecture
TCP/IP Protocols and Layering
Components of TCP/IP Networks
Application Protocols
Data Link Transports
TCP/IP Message Formats and Data Flows
Product Implementation Considerations
TCP/IP Evolution
Documentation and Specifications

3270 Concepts and Facilities

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of the 3270 Information Display System in an SNA environment.

Topics covered include:

3270 System Components and Functions
Operational Environment
Data Link Transports
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
3270 Evolution and Extensions
Product Implementation Considerations
Documentation and Specifications

TN3270x Concepts and Facilities

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of TN3270, TN3270E, and TN3287 in a TCP/IP environment.

Topics covered include:

TN3270 System Components and Functions
Operational Environment
Telnet
Data Link Transports
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
TN3270 Evolution and Extensions
Product Implementation Considerations
RFC Documentation and Specifications

5250 Concepts and Facilities

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of the 5250 Information Display System in an SNA environment.

Topics covered include:

5270 System Components and Functions
Operational Environment
Data Link Transports
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
5250 Evolution and Extensions
Product Implementation Considerations
Documentation and Specifications

TN5250 Concepts and Facilities

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of TN5250 in a TCP/IP environment.

Topics covered include:

TN5250 System Components and Functions
Operational Environment
Telnet
Data Link Transports
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
TN5270 Evolution and Extensions
Product Implementation Considerations
RFC Documentation and Specifications

APPC and LU6.2 Concepts and Facilities (Advanced Program to Program Communications)

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of an SNA APPC network.

Topics covered include:

APPC System Components and Functions
Operational Environment
Basic and CPI-C Verbs
Basic and Mapped Conversations
Transaction Program Design
Data Link Transports
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
APPC Evolution and Extensions
Product Implementation Considerations
Documentation and Specifications

APPN Concepts and Facilities (Advanced Peer-to-Peer Networking)

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of an SNA APPN network.

Topics covered include:

APPN System Components and Functions
Operational Environment
APPN, APPC, and SNA Relationships
End Nodes and Network Nodes
High Performance Routing (HPR)
Data Link Transports
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
APPN Evolution and Extensions
Product Implementation Considerations
Documentation and Specifications

SDLC Concepts and Facilities (Synchronous Data Link Control)

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of an SDLC network.

Topics covered include:

SDLC Operation
Network Layers
Network Configurations
Data Stream Formats, States, and Data Flows
Error Recovery
Configuration and Setup
Problem Determination

LAN Concepts and Facilities (Local Area Network)

This course covers the concepts, terminology, and components of Token Ring and Ethernet local area networks in SNA and TCP/IP environments.

Topics covered include:

Network Layers
802.2 LLC Operation
Network Configurations
Data Stream Formats and Data Flows
802.2 LLC Operation
Error Recovery
Configuration and Setup
Problem Determination

Testing Concepts, Methodology, and Techniques

This course covers philosophy, guidelines, considerations, evaluation criteria, categories of test, test setup, and results analysis.

Topics covered include:

QA Objectives and Techniques
Types of Testing
Design of Tests
Test Documentation
Regression Testing
Performance Testing
Stress Testing
Test Reporting

SDTF/ITF QA Techniques and Demo

This course covers how to use SDTF/ITF in QA and Technical Support environments with live demonstrations.

Topics covered include:

QA Objectives and Techniques
Types of Testing
Regression Testing
Configuration and Setup
Test Output and QA Reporting
Operational Techniques
Competitive Product Evaluations

On-Site SDTF/ITF Installation and Operation

This course covers the installation and operation of SDTF/ITF concepts.

Topics covered include:

Hardware Setup
Software Installation and Configuration
Initial Checkout
Menus and Configuration Options
Test Libraries Available
Types of Testing: Verification, Functionality, and Performance/Stress
Regression Testing
Problem Determination
Modifying Test Cases
Adding New Test Cases
Creating Tests from Traces
Analyzing Test Results
Preparing Test Reports
Competitive Product Evaluation
Documentation
Technical Support