IMS Fast Path (CM64G)
The IBM IMS Fast Path (CM64G) course equips IMS application designers, programmers, system administrators, and database administrators with advanced skills to optimize high-volume transaction performance using Fast Path technologies. Designed for professionals managing IMS Transaction Management or CICS DBCTL environments, it addresses the critical need for faster database access and efficient resource utilization in legacy systems, where 80% of global financial transactions still rely on IBM mainframes.
This course prepares learners for IBM’s IMS certification pathways, enhancing career advancement in mainframe administration and performance tuning. With Koenig Solutions’ Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and official IBM-authorized courseware, trainees gain hands-on expertise in DEDB, MSDB, and EMH implementation, leading to roles with 25% higher earning potential in enterprise IT infrastructure.
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Course Overview
The IBM IMS Fast Path (CM64G) course is an advanced training program designed for IMS application designers, application programmers, system administrators, and database administrators who work with high-performance transaction systems. Focused on the IMS Fast Path capabilities within IMS Transaction Management (TM) and CICS Database Control (DBCTL) environments, this course equips professionals with the skills to optimize database performance and transaction throughput. With over 70% of Fortune 500 companies still relying on IBM mainframe systems for mission-critical operations, expertise in IMS Fast Path remains a high-demand skill, particularly for roles involving real-time data processing and system optimization.
This course provides hands-on experience with core IMS technologies including Expedited Message Handler (EMH), Main Storage Database (MSDB), Data Entry Database (DEDB), Fast Path System Functions, and Parallel Sysplex Exploitation. Participants engage in practical labs using the IMS Batch Terminal Simulator and BMC AMI Fast Path tools to design and implement Fast Path databases, configure buffer pools, and manage recovery processes. Students complete real-world scenarios such as implementing High Speed Sequential Processing (HSSP), converting MSDBs to Virtual Storage Option-DEDBs, and configuring Shared EMH environments, all within a simulated IMS z/OS environment that mirrors enterprise production systems.
Although the IBM IMS Fast Path (CM64G) course does not lead directly to a specific certification exam, it builds foundational knowledge for IBM’s broader mainframe certification paths, which are globally recognized and highly valued in enterprise IT. Mainframe professionals with IMS expertise command competitive salaries, with senior roles averaging between $95,000 and $135,000 annually in North America. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning with Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, official IBM courseware, and access to expert instructors for 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring deep mastery. Graduates are well-positioned for advanced roles in system performance tuning, database administration, and mainframe modernization projects within large-scale enterprise environments.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of database concepts and data management
- Familiarity with IBM IMS (Information Management System) fundamentals
- Experience with programming or scripting languages, particularly in the context of data processing
- Knowledge of operating systems, especially IBM z/OS or similar environments
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the CM64G certification exam
What's Included in Your Training
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Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of CM64G certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the CM64G certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- IMS Database Administrator
- Mainframe Systems Programmer
- IMS Application Developer
- Database Architect
- Mainframe Performance Analyst
- IMS Systems Analyst
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