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Enterprise Systems Student Testimonials
"I have been at my current job for 3 years, and all the training I have received has been on the job. I thought I knew a lot about TSO, ISPF and data sets coming into this. There were many holes out there, but are now filled.""I am happy to report that i took the Test Z01: IBM System z Entry Level for z/OS System Programmer Mastery Test at Prometric Testing and passed all the 65 questions (100%). I was proud to show my Professor featured in IBM Systems Magazine to my colleagues at work."
"Working a 'graveyard shift' I have been able to learn a lot about the Mainframe Infrastructure that Progressive houses and have even been able to apply some of the Associate certificate knowledge to my everyday work."
"These classes have been really great as during my tenure here. I have learned on my own while working with these technologies."
"I completed the z/OS Associate course in June, and it was very helpful to me."
"I also am a returnee from last falls z/OS Associate Certificate Program, which I found invaluable in helping me to gain understanding of a z/OS system, as well as teaching me to think outside the box... or more approximately inside the box!"
"The text used for this class is well written; the lectures are well done. Supplemental materials are well chosen."
"I have absolutely no regrets having taken this class. This class exceeded my expectations and prepared me for the courses to follow."
"I did like that there was a strong component of ongoing evaluation through quiz scores rather than an emphasis on just one or two exams."
"I knew enough about TCP/IP and VTAM to get by self taught on the job. The text and lectures were all very informative. Additionally, the extra lectures are invaluable-- giving information that really opened my eyes. Also, knowing the configuration files, the assortment of display commands, and reference guides has already proven beneficial in my current job, both technically and when communicating."
"It's making a difference in my day to day activities as a system programmer. Because of the training, new tasks are less daunting and I'm more familiar with resources to assist me."
"I would like to thank everyone at Marist for this program. It has not only been an excellent review for me, but I have learned as well. I have recommended this course to everyone I knew would benefit from it. I eagerly look forward to the Professional Certificate curriculum."
"The hands on work was challenging and i learned a lot from the lab."
"I thank you as i feel my experiences in this class will help me advance my career."
"I believe my employer has found that the System z Certificate courses are helping to build a strong foundation of young mainframe technicians for the company, I know the classes have surely helped me."
"The z/OS courses I have taken through the IDCP have been a truly amazing professional experience. A student can attend these courses at his/her convenience whether the person is at work or on holiday or on the move around the world."
"As I have gained advanced skills and expertise through these courses, my employer has benefited by using my skills in areas where strong technical skills are required. I have also shared my knowledge with the team members within my company as a zNextgen initiative."
"The zNetworking course was an eye opener for me. I had some basic knowledge but this course made everything so much clearer."
"The hands on work was challenging and I learned a lot from the labs. I feel my experiences in these classes will help me advance in my career."
"The labs are superb and provide an opportunity for “real world” learning in a safe environment. The course material was consistently timely and bleeding edge. It’s almost uncanny how I would sometimes encounter context for a course topic on my job."
"I have enjoyed this class very much. The audio presentations are great. I can get so much more out of a class like this. It helps me a lot because if I miss a point the first time I hear it, I can go back and listen to it until I understand. This is an excellent method of education."
