"The structure, the practice exams, the instructor — all top tier. Passed first try."
Course Outline
What the programme covers, module by module.
Module 1: Introduction to Google Cloud
- Cloud computing fundamentals
- Google Cloud overview
- Benefits of cloud computing
- Google Cloud global infrastructure
- Core cloud concepts
Module 2: Google Cloud Platform Overview
- Google Cloud Console
- Cloud projects
- Resource hierarchy
- Billing concepts
- Cloud Shell introduction
Module 3: Compute Services
- Compute Engine
- Virtual machines
- Instance management
- Autoscaling basics
- Machine types
Module 4: Storage Services
- Cloud Storage
- Storage classes
- Buckets
- Object management
- Data lifecycle
Module 5: Networking Fundamentals
- Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
- Firewall rules
- Load Balancers
- Cloud DNS
- Basic networking concepts
Module 6: Identity and Security
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- User roles
- Permissions
- Authentication
- Security best practices
Module 7: Databases on Google Cloud
- Cloud SQL
- Firestore
- Bigtable overview
- Spanner overview
- Database selection
Module 8: Containers and Serverless
- Google Kubernetes Engine overview
- Cloud Run
- Cloud Functions
- Container concepts
- Serverless computing
Module 9: Monitoring and Logging
- Cloud Monitoring
- Cloud Logging
- Metrics
- Dashboards
- Alerts
Module 10: Application Deployment
- Deploying applications
- App Engine overview
- Deployment options
- Application lifecycle
- Version management
Module 11: Cloud Operations
- Resource management
- Backup concepts
- Disaster recovery basics
- Operational best practices
- Infrastructure maintenance
Module 12: Cost Management
- Google Cloud pricing
- Budget management
- Cost monitoring
- Resource optimization
- Billing reports
Module 13: Cloud Automation
- Automation concepts
- Infrastructure as Code overview
- Cloud Build introduction
- Deployment automation
- Workflow basics
Module 14: Google Cloud Best Practices
- Secure cloud design
- High availability concepts
- Scalability fundamentals
- Performance optimization
- Operational excellence
Who it's for & what's included
Pick a delivery method to see exactly who it suits and everything you receive.
Classroom
Best for learners who want face-to-face tuition and to network with peers in person.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor on-site
- ✓ Printed workbook & materials
- ✓ Group exercises & case studies
Online Instructor-Led
Best for learners who want a live instructor and a fixed schedule, without the travel.
Everything you get
- ✓ Live instructor via video call
- ✓ Digital workbook & resources
- ✓ Session recordings
Self-Paced
Best for self-motivated learners who need maximum flexibility around work and life.
Everything you get
- ✓ On-demand video lessons
- ✓ Interactive quizzes
- ✓ 24/7 access on any device