This course is a continuation of the topics in COMP 157. The concentration is on the more advanced features of data processing and file handling. Topics include procedures for handling sequential, index sequential and relative files, file updating techniques, data sorting and merging, specialized, input and output, and screen handling methods. In addition, there is a substantial section on software testing methodology. COBOL will be used in this course.
Prerequisite: C- or higher in COMP 157 or written permission of the instructor.